2021 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline TDI 2.0L Diesel · AA52 CAL

The 2021 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline TDI presents a stable but recently flagged maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 10 November 2025 at 70,765 miles, passed but recorded two advisories for both nearside and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the outer edge. This is a notable shift from the two preceding clean passes in August and November 2024, suggesting a developing issue rather than a chronic fault. The wear pattern on both inner and outer edges of the front tyres points to possible wheel alignment drift or suspension component wear, not merely a one-off neglect of tyre condition. The maintenance trend is therefore stable overall but showing a new area of concern that warrants attention. The vehicle has covered 70,765 miles over approximately five years, averaging around 14,153 miles per year. This is a high annual mileage for a light commercial van, indicating sustained regular use rather than long periods of standing. The mileage progression is consistent: 58,703 miles in August 2024, 59,147 miles in November 2024, and 70,765 miles by November 2025. That final jump of 11,618 miles in roughly twelve months confirms the van has been driven hard and frequently. The MOT record is sparse, with only three entries over two years, but the data is clean apart from the latest advisory. No gaps or anomalies suggest the vehicle has been in continuous active service. The front tyre wear pattern flagged in the November 2025 test is the key finding for any prospective buyer. Uneven wear on both inner and outer edges typically indicates toe misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorating ball joints and track rod ends. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry, checking for play in the steering linkage and condition of the wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar links. The front brake discs and pads should also be examined, as high-mileage commercial use can accelerate wear on braking components. Given the vehicle's workload, the condition of the rear suspension, particularly the leaf springs and shock absorbers, merits close scrutiny for sagging or cracking. Structural corrosion around the wheel arches, sills, and underbody should be inspected, as panel vans of this age and mileage can begin to show early signs of surface rust in high-stress areas. The engine and gearbox should be assessed for oil leaks and smooth operation under load, consistent with a diesel drivetrain that has seen sustained high-mileage use.