2009 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · R15 XRP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in July 2025, but the recent MOT history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The failure on 19 July 2025 at 246,177 miles highlighted multiple critical areas including an excessively worn offside front inner suspension arm bush, a loose nearside track rod end, and thin rear brake pads. While these issues were rectified to pass the test days later, the frequency of suspension component failures suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of failure. At 246,184 miles, this Transporter has covered significant ground over its seventeen years, averaging approximately 14,500 miles annually. The data shows consistent heavy usage, with over 16,000 miles recorded between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests. This high mileage profile places immense strain on the drivetrain and suspension assembly. The presence of oil leaks and leaking shock absorbers noted in 2022 is consistent with a high-mileage commercial-style vehicle. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering geometry. Given the repeated failures of shock absorbers, track rod ends, and control arm bushes, you should check for remaining play in the steering joints and perished rubber components that testers may have missed. The recorded oil leak from 2022 requires close monitoring to ensure it has not escalated into a significant loss. Furthermore, verify the state of the brake discs and pads, as the history shows these components are being run close to their operational limits before replacement.