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V55 PJP

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,584 mi
Last recorded87,584 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV55 PJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 87,584 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 86,194 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 84,514 miles

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 84,514 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 80,550 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 65,521 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 46,691 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 46,691 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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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V55 PJP 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 V55 PJP, 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 V55 PJP registered?

V55 PJP is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 March 2018.

Is V55 PJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V55 PJP 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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