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GL18 PWU

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,062 mi
Last recorded83,062 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL18 PWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 83,062 miles

Exhaust emissions to clean to test

Nearside Rear Lamp leans missing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge really worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear view mirror lower cover missing

Fail 28 Nov 2025 83,062 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions to clean to test

Nearside Rear Lamp leans missing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge really worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear view mirror lower cover missing

Pass 6 Dec 2024 64,978 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 42,172 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 35,731 miles

Both rear lamps and both rear reflectors have been tinted but not affecting light output or outside of requirements.

Pass 9 Feb 2022 29,521 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 23,379 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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GL18 PWU is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL18 PWU, 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

How do I check the history of GL18 PWU?

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What year was GL18 PWU registered?

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

Is GL18 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL18 PWU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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