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SW18 KVL

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,428 mi
Last recorded25,428 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW18 KVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 25,428 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front tyres worn (215/60/17---109/107)

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 25,425 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))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Exhaust corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Tpms illuminated

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Jun 2025 22,042 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 19,503 miles

Exhaust corroded

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Jun 2023 16,427 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2023 16,423 miles

Brake cable damaged foremost corroded and split wires (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at side (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both (1.1.15 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Jun 2022 13,891 miles

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

Nearside Front bumper and fog light slightly damaged

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess All corroded (Borderline) (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 10,544 miles

Nearside Front fog light slightly damaged

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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SW18 KVL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey 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 SW18 KVL, 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 SW18 KVL registered?

SW18 KVL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is SW18 KVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW18 KVL 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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