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LJ16 OCL

2018 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

186,077 mi
Last recorded186,077 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle48,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ16 OCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter Shuttle
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 186,077 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2025 186,041 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 171,593 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 106,580 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle?

Based on 2,120 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
7,721
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 10
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LJ16 OCL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 48,466 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 Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ16 OCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ16 OCL registered?

LJ16 OCL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle, first registered on 9 November 2018.

Is LJ16 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ16 OCL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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