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GJ18 XBM

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,623 mi
Last recorded198,623 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ18 XBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 198,623 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2025 194,125 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 184,288 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 184,052 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 182,476 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 177,861 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 175,506 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 154,522 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 154,522 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 123,838 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 123,838 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 91,682 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 71,668 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 51,528 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 51,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 47,472 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 36,599 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 11,983 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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GJ18 XBM is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 53,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ18 XBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ18 XBM registered?

GJ18 XBM is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 April 2018.

Is GJ18 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ18 XBM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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