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SMF 15H

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,942 mi
Last recorded19,942 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 15H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 19,942 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 19,939 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 18,709 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 17,313 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 17,313 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 15,423 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 13,090 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2022 13,090 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 11,194 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 11,194 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

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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SMF 15H 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 SMF 15H, 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 SMF 15H registered?

SMF 15H is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is SMF 15H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMF 15H 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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