2020 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline TDI 2.0L Diesel · CV20 FGP

The Volkswagen Transporter T28 presents as roadworthy following the most recent test on 19 May 2025 at 27,941 miles, where the tester issued a pass with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with every annual examination clearing without advisories. A failed entry sits on the same date and mileage as the final pass, yet the DVSA record shows no defects against that failure, indicating an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Annual mileage averages 4,657 across the vehicle's six years, a low figure for a commercial van of this type. The odometer moved from 13,693 miles at the 17 March 2023 test to 20,088 miles by 24 April 2024, then to 27,941 miles by 19 May 2025. That equates to roughly 6,400 miles in the first interval and 7,850 in the second, showing a mild upward drift in use rather than sustained standing. The sparse, clean record gives little basis to suspect neglected consumables or deferred repairs. Given the absence of flagged wear, a buyer should still verify in person that the brake discs, suspension bushes, and coil springs show no latent corrosion or fatigue from low-use standing. Long idle periods can seize calipers or promote underbody rust unseen by the annual test. The identical-mileage fail and pass on 19 May 2025 warrant a check of the VOSA failure reason code to confirm no suppressed defect. The previous owner clearly kept the van lightly used and consistently tested on time. No recurring advisories point to worsening mechanical risk. A pre-purchase inspection should nonetheless confirm structural integrity beneath the sills and the condition of tyres aged by calendar rather than tread wear.