2010 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · RJ60 AET

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent inspection in March 2026 at 147,314 miles. This follows a period of consistent annual passes, suggesting that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a legal standard. While a failure was recorded earlier in March 2024, the immediate re-test on the same day indicates the owner was proactive in rectifying identified defects. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a 16-year-old van, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2026, the vehicle covered 24,667 miles, maintaining a steady rate of roughly 8,200 miles annually. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to perished seals or seized brake components, though the total mileage places significant demand on drivetrain and suspension components. Despite the clean records over the last three years, a physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity and suspension components typical of the Transporter. Given the age and mileage, deep corrosion is common in the sills, rear wheel arches, and subframe members. The buyer should specifically check for signs of oil leaks around the engine and inspect the condition of the rubber bushes and shock absorbers, as these often show significant wear or cracking at this mileage. The lack of advisories in the latest two tests is encouraging, but a manual check of the brake discs for excessive pitting remains necessary to ensure no hidden binding is developing between tests.