2002 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · AF52 HFL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent inspection on 13 January 2026 at 210,149 miles. Although it initially failed on that date due to non-functional nearside rear position and stop lamps, these electrical issues were rectified immediately to achieve a pass. The history suggests an owner who is responsive to MOT failures, as no lingering mechanical or structural defects have persisted between consecutive tests. At 24 years old, the Transporter has covered a relatively consistent average of approximately 8,756 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this era. The mileage data shows consistent operation, with 3,971 miles covered between January 2025 and January 2026, and roughly 5,600 miles between December 2023 and January 2025. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which helps prevent seal degradation and internal corrosion. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension geometry, as the December 2023 test at 200,798 miles flagged severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both the offside and nearside front components. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, the wear on rubber boots indicates that the ball joints themselves may soon be nearing the end of their service life. Given the age and mileage, a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, particularly the sills and mounting points, is essential as these areas are common failure points for structural integrity on T4 generation models that are not always captured until corrosion becomes advanced.