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VA18 LHG

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,378 mi
Last recorded69,378 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA18 LHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 69,378 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 68,565 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 66,310 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 66,298 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 58,366 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 58,366 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 46,299 miles

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

Front Wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords CUTS AND PERISHED IN TREAD AND PERISHING ON OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

SPARE WHEEL FITTED OFFSIDE REAR

Fail 20 Jun 2022 46,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction p0401 - egr insufficient flow (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords CUTS AND PERISHED IN TREAD AND PERISHING ON OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 33,819 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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VA18 LHG is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VA18 LHG, 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 VA18 LHG registered?

VA18 LHG is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 July 2018.

Is VA18 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA18 LHG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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