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2018 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · BA18 FDN

BA18 FDN

2018 Volkswagen Passat (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 59,605 miles. MOT valid until 02 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
59,605 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1598cc
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BA18 FDN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
  • 59,605 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BA18 FDN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 02:40
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Passat (BA18 FDN) between May 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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BA18 FDN Mileage History

  1. 18/05/202232,724 mi
  2. 30/05/202342,254 mi+9,530 mi
  3. 10/04/202448,896 mi+6,642 mi
  4. 03/02/202554,670 mi+5,774 mi
  5. 19/01/202659,605 mi+4,935 mi

Average of roughly 7,316 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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