2013 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · AF13 FSD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 117,015 miles, it had failed just days prior due to critical tyre safety defects. The presence of exposed cords and structural bulges on multiple tyres indicates a significant failure to monitor basic safety items. Although the immediate faults were rectified, the recurring nature of issues suggests the owner only addresses components once they reach a failure point. At 117,015 miles over 13 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a Transporter of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing with roughly 4,000 to 8,000 miles covered between each interval between 2023 and 2026. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle for long periods, but the cumulative mileage places expected strain on heavy-duty components such as the suspension and exhaust system. A buyer must focus their inspection on the suspension and braking systems. The offside front shock absorber has been flagged for oil misting since at least 2023, which has persisted into the 2026 record, indicating the seal is nearing total failure. The braking system also shows a history of wear, with thin pads and pitted discs noted in 2023 followed by corroded brake hose pipes in 2024. These areas should be checked for further degradation or hydraulic leaks that the MOT tester might miss. The exhaust system shows a clear pattern of deterioration, with advisories for the centre box in 2024 and the silencer in 2025. A physical inspection is required to check the entire exhaust run for structural rust or loose mounting brackets to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed into terminal thinning. Given the recent failure for structural tyre damage, a thorough check of the remaining tyres is also necessary to ensure the current replacements are of adequate quality and free of sidewall damage.