2021 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-LN TDI 4M SA 2.0L Diesel · DY21 VYP

The Volkswagen Transporter passed its most recent MOT on 18 February 2026 with no defects recorded, replacing an earlier failure dated 13 February 2026. The intervening five days between the fail and the subsequent pass indicates remedial work was carried out promptly, and the absence of advisories at the retest suggests the repair addressed the issue cleanly. Prior to February 2026, the vehicle held clean passes at 2024 and 2025 tests, so the recent tyre-related failure represents a localised lapse rather than an ongoing mechanical trend. No structural, braking, suspension, or exhaust advisories appear anywhere in the recorded history. Annual mileage of approximately 12,437 miles is high for a five-year-old commercial vehicle, raising the probability of wear on consumable and drivetrain components. The record shows tests at roughly annual intervals from 2024 through 2026, with no evidence of extended gaps that might suggest prolonged standing or inconsistent use. A high-mileage 4Motion Transporter TDI is likely to see accelerated degradation of clutch, dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, and rear differential components, none of which MOT testing directly examines. The sole recorded defect category was front inner tyre tread falling below the 1.6mm legal limit on both sides, classed as Dangerous rather than merely an advisory. Two tyres simultaneously failing below the legal threshold points to either delayed rotation, neglected replacement, or a tracking or alignment irregularity that caused uneven inner-edge wear. A buyer should inspect remaining tread depths across all four corners, check for uneven shoulder wear indicating camber or suspension geometry issues, and verify the age of any replacement tyres fitted post-failure, as MOT does not assess tyre age or manufacturing date. Given the high annual mileage, an in-person inspection of brake discs and pads, front suspension bushes and coil springs, and a scan for diagnostic trouble codes would be prudent before purchase. Buying Score: 52. Risk Level: Medium.