2004 Volkswagen Transporter T30 130 TDI 2.5L Heavy oil · SKZ 7032

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in March 2026 at 220,227 miles. This result followed an unexpected failure in February 2026 at just 44 miles prior, though the lack of recorded defects on that failure suggests a potential administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the re-test. Since late 2022, the vehicle has passed consecutive inspections without advisories or failures, indicating that the owner has maintained a consistent level of mechanical upkeep over time. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-two-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between December 2022 and March 2024, the van covered 18,693 miles, while the subsequent period between March 2024 and March 2025 saw 7,475 miles. This regular usage suggests the vehicle is used actively rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the seals and components of the 1.3 TDI engine and the chassis of a T30 model. Despite the clean MOT history, the high mileage of 220,227 miles necessitates a physical inspection of common T3 weak points. A buyer must scrutinise the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills, cross members, and floor pans where corrosion often develops undetected between tests. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for signs of binding calipers or worn brake discs is essential, as the record does not detail specific brake component wear. Furthermore, inspecting the suspension bushes and coil springs is vital to ensure the drivetrain components have not reached the end of their functional life despite the recent MOT pass results.