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SB18 UTP

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,422 mi
Last recorded118,422 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB18 UTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 118,422 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2025 114,412 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 105,071 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 105,071 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 88,903 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 82,726 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 82,710 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 71,044 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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SB18 UTP 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 SB18 UTP, 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 SB18 UTP registered?

SB18 UTP is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is SB18 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB18 UTP 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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