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MJ18 FBK

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,992 mi
Last recorded78,992 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ18 FBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 78,992 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2025 71,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2024 66,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 65 R16C (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2023 58,415 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2023 58,415 miles

Offside Front Daytime running lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 47,202 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped and cracked, but not in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 36,272 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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MJ18 FBK is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey 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 MJ18 FBK, 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 MJ18 FBK registered?

MJ18 FBK is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 May 2018.

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The MOT history for MJ18 FBK 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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