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KO18 ULB

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

133,377 mi
Last recorded133,377 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO18 ULB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 133,377 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 133,377 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 118,242 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 118,242 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 102,115 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2023 86,347 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2023 86,347 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 73,433 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 58,168 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre on limit/bald

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

screenwash poor

undertrays fitted,some areas not visible

Fail 24 Aug 2021 58,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer tyre on limit/bald

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

screenwash poor

undertrays fitted,some areas not visible

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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KO18 ULB is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KO18 ULB, 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 KO18 ULB?

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What year was KO18 ULB registered?

KO18 ULB is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 August 2018.

Is KO18 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO18 ULB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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