2017 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · DE55 LAB

The 2026‑07‑25 MOT at 89,964 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness. Although earlier tests in 2023 and 2024 logged failures for the engine malfunction indicator, rear brake pads and tyres, the recent clean result indicates that previous issues have been rectified and the maintenance record now shows a stable, improving pattern. The vehicle’s 89,964 miles at nine years of age equate to roughly 9,996 miles per year, a figure within the typical range for a 2017 Transporter. Mileage accumulation was modest between 2021 and 2022 (8,916 miles) and accelerated sharply from 2022 to 2023 (17,409 miles), suggesting a period of intensive use, before stabilising at about 6,800–9,400 miles annually in the subsequent years. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake assembly for pad thickness below 1.5 mm, examine the condition of the rear brake discs for pitting or scoring, and verify that the rear tyre perishing noted in 2025 has been fully remedied; the front tyres, which showed edge wear and perishing in 2023, merit close scrutiny for tread depth and sidewall integrity. Additional checks should include suspension bushes, coil springs and any signs of binding in the brake calipers, assessment of structural rust on the chassis and wheel arches, confirmation that the engine malfunction indicator is truly inoperative, and a review of the exhaust emission results to ensure compliance.