2015 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · T6 FVW

The Volkswagen Transporter’s most recent MOT test, conducted just six months ago on 27 November 2025, confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. However, the history reveals a pattern of near-miss failures in December 2023 and December 2024, where the vehicle passed one test only to fail the subsequent one—both times without any specific defects logged. This suggests either a narrow margin of compliance or inconsistent test conditions, though the absence of repeated advisories implies no single critical component was repeatedly overlooked. The last two passes, in November 2025 and December 2024, indicate the vehicle has cleared the most recent inspections without issue, but the proximity of these failures to passes raises questions about whether minor wear or calibration issues were just outside the tester’s threshold. The recorded mileage of 169,332 miles over eleven years equates to an average of approximately 15,400 miles annually, which is significantly higher than the typical 10,000–12,000 miles per year for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests—just 1,519 miles in under a year—followed by another 10,075 miles before the next failure, suggests rapid accumulation during certain periods. The absence of advisories in any test implies no major components were flagged for imminent failure, but the high mileage demands scrutiny of high-wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, which may now require replacement. The lack of a pre-MOT service record further complicates assessment, as regular maintenance could have mitigated accelerated wear. Given the vehicle’s history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear axle, where binding brakes were implied in past failures (despite no explicit faults). The absence of advisories does not preclude corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or subframes, which are critical for structural integrity at this mileage. Tyre condition should be verified, as the vehicle failed twice on tread depth in 2023 and 2024, indicating either neglect or aggressive driving. Exhaust emissions and catalytic converter efficiency, though not explicitly tested here, warrant confirmation, as Volkswagen Transporters of this era are prone to DPF or EGR system issues at high mileages. Finally, the drivetrain—including transfer case seals, differential fluid, and clutch (if manual)—should be checked for leaks or excessive wear, as these are common failure points at this mileage threshold.