1994 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · M458 CAV

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the 15 May 2026 MOT at 86,548 miles with no recorded defects. Over the last two years the record shows a shift from intermittent failures to consecutive passes, indicating an improving maintenance trend. Mileage averages roughly 2,700 miles per year, well below the typical use for a 1994 model. The odometer rose from 71,073 miles in June 2012 to 86,548 miles in May 2026, a steady increase of about 1,200 miles per year, suggesting light duty rather than periods of intensive use. No abrupt spikes or large gaps appear in the log, reinforcing the impression of consistent, low‑intensity operation. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear suspension and braking assemblies, where corrosion of coil springs, brake hoses, and front brake pipes has been repeatedly noted (July 2024). The front suspension arm ball joint wear flagged in March 2023 and the earlier series of deteriorating ball‑joint dust covers (2014‑2016) merit a visual inspection for excessive play or rust. Tyre condition also warrants scrutiny; the 2024 entry records slight damage and cracking on both rear tyres, while a 2014 advisory noted perishing sidewalls on the near‑side rear tyre. Finally, the front sub‑frame corrosion noted in 2024, the off‑side front seat‑belt stalk damage from 2014, and the light oil mist on the off‑side front shock absorber should be examined for structural integrity and proper operation before purchase.