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NR55 FLR

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

156,925 mi
Last recorded156,925 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR55 FLR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 156,925 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall scrubbed

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

Fail 24 Jun 2026 156,925 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side bar holed (sharp edges) (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall scrubbed

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 146,908 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 137,225 miles

Nearside Front Inner drive shaft joint leaking grease

Rear parking brake cables corroded

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 130,040 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2023 129,843 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 120,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 112,906 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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NR55 FLR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Green 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 NR55 FLR, 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 NR55 FLR registered?

NR55 FLR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 September 2018.

Is NR55 FLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR55 FLR 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.

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