2004 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · SJ54 AAZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection on 27 March 2026 with 187,199 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle consistently Pricing a clean pass following previous failures. While the history shows two failures in 2024 and 2025, the lack of recorded defects on those tests suggests these were likely administrative issues or minor rectified items rather than recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Data shows a steady rate of use between March 2023 and March 2026, where the van covered roughly 6,800 miles over three years. The narrow gap of just 24 miles between the May 2025 failure and the March 2026 pass indicates the vehicle was tested shortly after being used, which is generally positive for preventing the dry rot or brake corrosion often induced by long periods of stationary time. Despite the absence of recorded adviserories in the recent history, a buyer must conduct a thorough structural inspection. Volkswagen Transporters of this era are notoriously prone to significant corrosion in the sills, floor pans, and rear mounting points. Given the age and mileage, the physical condition of the chassis and the suspension bushes should be verified in person, as these components often degrade before manifesting as a formal MOT failure.