2017 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · AV17 XTK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 19 December 2025 at 79,131 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted on 09 January 2025, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner was proactive in addressing the faults identified by the tester. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old Transporter, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per annum. Between December 2022 at 63,867 miles and December 2023 at 75,370 miles, the vehicle covered 11,503 miles, showing a steady usage rate. The interval of 1,500 miles between the January 2025 and December 2025 tests indicates regular, recent use, which generally reduces the risk of mechanical components seizing or degrading due to long periods of standing. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the most recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on common wear points for this generation of Volkswagen Transporter. Prioritize the inspection of front control arm bushes and coil springs, as these often show signs of fatigue before they trigger an MOT failure. Check the brake discs for deep corrosion or uneven wear and examine the underside for any emerging structural rust, as the MOT record does not explicitly flag structural integrity issues at this stage.