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VX18 VAV

2018 Fiat Auto Trail

Silver Diesel 2287cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,138 mi
Last recorded23,138 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Fiat Auto Trail12,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX18 VAV
MakeFiat
ModelAuto Trail
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,287cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 23,138 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 23,136 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 19,456 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 19,187 miles

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

Slight corrosion on both rear brake discs

Fail 24 May 2023 19,187 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fuel tank leaking fuel tank wet with diesel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn void bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn void bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front brake pads wearing thin

Slight corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 11 May 2022 18,187 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 18,167 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 15,070 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Auto Trail?

Based on 75,508 MOT tests across 10,381 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
2,070
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
10,381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 113
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VX18 VAV is a 2018 Fiat Auto Trail in Silver with a 2,287cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Fiat Auto Trail models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 12,450 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 Fiat Auto Trail fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX18 VAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Auto Trail typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 8 years old, this Fiat Auto Trail is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX18 VAV registered?

VX18 VAV is a 2018 Fiat Auto Trail, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is VX18 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX18 VAV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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