2009 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · E18 HJB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 85,900 miles, it failed immediately prior due to non-conforming registration plates and mechanical wear. The recurrence of nearside suspension ball joint play and thin rear brake pads across the two most recent tests suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing scheduled servicing between intervals. At a recorded 85,900 miles over eleven years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,800 miles per year, which is consistent with UK national averages for a car of this age. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 6,500 miles driven between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 6,600 miles covered between December 2024 and December 2025. This consistent mileage indicates the vehicle has not sat idle for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber components and seals, preventing the type of degradation associated with stationary vehicles. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The history shows play in the nearside steering rack inner joint at 79,732 miles and continued play in the suspension arm ball joint at 85,900 miles; these issues indicate the front-end components are nearing the end of life. Furthermore, the recurring mention of thin rear brake pads and uneven tyre wear on the edges in 2024 suggests potential alignment issues or sticking calipers. The buyer should check for excessive thinning of brake discs and verify that the suspension faults have been properly rectified with quality joints and bushings.