2015 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · DV14 KAV

The 2025-11-12 MOT shows the vehicle passed with 148,135 miles, but multiple corrosion and wear issues were recorded. Key concerns include corroded fuel pipes, nearside and offside rear suspension arms with minor corrosion, tyres worn close to legal limits, and brake discs that were pitted or scored but not seriously weakened. The exhaust box was also rusty, indicating ongoing exposure to moisture. These issues suggest a pattern of gradual wear rather than sudden deterioration. Earlier MOTs from 2024 and 2023 reveal recurring problems with suspension bushes, brake discs, and tyres. For example, suspension arm bushes were noted as worn in 2024 and 2023, while brake discs showed consistent pitting or scoring. Tyres were repeatedly flagged for wear, perishing, or damage, including a 2023 failure where a nearside rear coil spring fractured. The 2023 failure also included non-functional rear position lamps and a nail in the tyre, highlighting inconsistent maintenance. The trend of suspension and brake wear appears stable over time, with no indication of accelerating damage. However, the 2023 failure’s fractured coil springs and repeated suspension issues suggest potential structural weaknesses that may require closer inspection.