2016 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · AJ65 MRO

The 2016 Volkswagen Transporter presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 8 January 2026 at 126,128 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this follows four consecutive annual passes with zero advisories. The maintenance trend is steady with no worsening mechanical faults across the available record. Annual mileage averages around 12,600 miles, which is high for a ten-year-old van but consistent with fleet or trade use. The records show a near-linear climb: 100,013 miles in December 2021, 105,223 in January 2023, 110,840 in January 2024, 117,972 in January 2025, and 126,128 in January 2026. A gap exists between the December 2021 and January 2023 entries where no 2022 test appears, though the mileage progression suggests continuous use rather than prolonged standing. The clean sheets imply the previous keeper addressed wear before each test rather than letting consumables or structural items reach advisory status. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the mileage. High annual use accelerates fatigue in these components even when the MOT shows no flags. Drivetrain mounts and exhaust emissions hardware warrant a visual check for corrosion or leaks. The absence of recorded advisories over five tests suggests basic upkeep was not skipped, but the sparse history leaves little insight into intermittent faults. Verify service records alongside this MOT data before purchase.