2012 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · AD12 FMA

The Volkswagen Transporter presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 29 August 2025 at 195,920 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, though a failed test on 18 August 2025 at 195,847 miles recorded no listed defects, indicating a likely administrative or unlogged minor rejection rectified within eleven days. Prior annual tests in September 2024, September 2023, and September 2022 all passed with no advisories, confirming a consistent absence of flagged mechanical or structural concerns over the three years before the 2025 anomaly. The van has covered 195,920 miles in roughly fourteen years, averaging near 14,000 miles per year, which is high for a 2012 light commercial but typical of steady fleet or trade use. Mileage moved from 171,632 in September 2022 to 179,193 in September 2023, then 187,265 in August 2024, and 195,920 by August 2025, showing uniform annual accumulation of around 8,000 to 8,700 miles with no dormant periods or sudden jumps. The record is sparse on faults yet clean, offering no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred structural repair across the timeline. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc wear given the high mileage and age, as MOT passes with zero advisories do not measure remaining component life. The August 2025 fail with no recorded defect warrants confirmation that no hidden corrosion or emissions issue prompted the rejection and that the retest addressed it legitimately. Check underneath for chassis rust and inspect the exhaust for internal degradation, since the tester logged no structural advisories but a Transporter of this age and use may conceal worsening underbody condition. Verify service history for cambelt and drivetrain intervals, as the MOT data alone cannot confirm whether the high-mileage engine has received adequate mechanical upkeep.