VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 336 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
336
Avg Mileage
64,025 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,482
Is the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.
At 6 years old, 92% of VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-As from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 336 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 64,025 miles.
How does the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A has 64,025 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A by Year
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About the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A
The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 336 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 64,025 miles at 6 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A Fuel Costs
The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A Reliability Trend
Older VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-As tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A
At 6 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A
The VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T32 SE TDI BMT S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2017) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 127,682 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (-3%) from 93,803 tests
- FORD TRANSIT (2017) 81% pass rate (-11%) from 80,031 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2018) 84% pass rate (-8%) from 79,867 tests