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KU18 OHA

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,622 mi
Last recorded83,622 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU18 OHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 83,622 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Front engine mount splitting. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure Undertray damaged. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2026 83,622 miles

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

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Front engine mount splitting. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure Undertray damaged. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 76,330 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure Damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Beginning to crack on sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 68,962 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover incorrectly fitted.

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure Damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 68,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover incorrectly fitted.

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure Damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 56,036 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 53,684 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 53,676 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

front d-bushes worn

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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KU18 OHA is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KU18 OHA, 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 KU18 OHA registered?

KU18 OHA is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 March 2018.

Is KU18 OHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU18 OHA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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