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HF18 LNZ

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,194 mi
Last recorded68,194 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF18 LNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 68,194 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 60,410 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 60,410 miles

Offside Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 52,540 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 45,869 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 45,868 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 39,310 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Mar 2021 30,791 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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HF18 LNZ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Red 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 HF18 LNZ, 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 HF18 LNZ?

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What year was HF18 LNZ registered?

HF18 LNZ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is HF18 LNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF18 LNZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF18 LNZ have outstanding finance?

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