VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER2016 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 118,170 miles passed, it did so only after a failure for an incorrect stop lamp bulb. The tester identified worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This follows a previous advisory from 2024 regarding anti-roll bar bushes, suggesting the front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. At 118,170 miles, the Transporter has averaged approximately 11,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a ten-year-old commercial. The data shows consistent use, with nearly 15,000 miles covered between August 2023 and October 2024, and another 8,600 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent the premature degradation of rubber components like seals and shock absorbers. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The recurring flags for worn arm arm bushes and anti-roll bar D-bushes indicate the vehicle may suffer from imprecise handling or uneven tyre wear if addressed. The 2024 failure for an ABS fault and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system requires verification that these electronic faults were actually rectified, as they did not reappear as advisories in the subsequent test. Additionally, the external damage to the nearside rear shock absorber noted in 2024 should be checked for active fluid leaks to ensure the damper has not failed.