2009 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · CX09 YDZ

The 2009 Volkswagen Transporter presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 August 2025 at 118,151 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with the only blemish being a failed test on 2 September 2024 at 116,296 miles that recorded no defects, immediately followed by a pass on 9 September 2024 at 116,385 miles. This pattern suggests administrative or presentation issues at the first 2024 attempt rather than any mechanical fault. The recorded mileage of 118,151 over roughly 17 years equates to about 6,950 miles per annum, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and indicates consistent but moderate use. The records show steady accumulation: 103,867 miles in September 2022, 110,897 in September 2023, and 116,385 by September 2024. The gap between the September 2024 and August 2025 tests covers only 1,766 miles, pointing to reduced running in the final year. The DVSA data is sparse on faults, with no advisories or defects logged at any pass, so the history alone reveals little about wear on consumables or hidden corrosion. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and suspension bushes, as the clean MOT record does not exempt a 17-year-old van from age-related corrosion or worn coil springs. The tester logged no brake disc or binding caliper issues, yet the 2024 fail with zero defects warrants confirmation that the vehicle was presented correctly and not masking exhaust emissions or lighting faults. Given the low annual mileage, check for deterioration from standing such as perished rubber components and flat-spotted tyres. Previous keepers appear to have maintained statutory testing discipline, with the lone failure corrected within seven days. That responsiveness implies basic upkeep was not neglected, though absence of advisories across five tests is unusual for a Transporter of this vintage and merits scrutiny of the test stations used.