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GL18 ODC

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,457 mi
Last recorded106,457 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL18 ODC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 106,457 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 95,835 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2024 88,504 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 78,541 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 69,130 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2022 69,110 miles

Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Both fronts rub on inner arch (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 52,042 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Offside Front evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 52,042 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Offside Front evidence of tyre fouling vehicle - not fouling when tested

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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GL18 ODC is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL18 ODC, 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.

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What year was GL18 ODC registered?

GL18 ODC is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 May 2018.

Is GL18 ODC safe to buy?

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