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GN18 XXR

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,798 mi
Last recorded156,798 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN18 XXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 156,798 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 12 May 2026 156,796 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 155,497 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Surface corosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 3 Jun 2025 155,497 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Surface corosion to front and rear suspension components

Pass 16 Feb 2022 111,818 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 85,795 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt not tested due to excessive load

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 85,795 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Has a hole in it & has lost all grease (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt not tested due to excessive load

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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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GN18 XXR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GN18 XXR, 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 GN18 XXR registered?

GN18 XXR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is GN18 XXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN18 XXR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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