Volkswagen Move Up (2018)
2018 Volkswagen Move Up
CarHunch analysed 182 real MOT records for the 2018 Volkswagen Move Up. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 VW Move Up is exceptionally reliable, with a 92.5% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and crucially, zero vehicles in this sample have ever suffered a dangerous defect. This is a genuinely low-risk proposition from a safety standpoint.
The median mileage of 24,802 miles suggests these cars are lightly used for their age, which explains the near-zero failure rate of just 0.08 per vehicle and complete absence of advisories. When shopping for one, focus on service history rather than mileage-related wear—these cars prove the model's inherent durability, so a well-maintained example should give you years of trouble-free motoring.
What to check before buying a 2018 Volkswagen Move Up
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (95%) | 172 | 97.8% | 0.09 |
| Petrol (5%) | 10 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Volkswagen Move Up vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Volkswagen Move Up vehicles fall between 16,741 and 36,572 miles.
2018 Volkswagen Move Up — Still on the Road
80 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
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