2012 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · FE12 AFA

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT on June 18 2025 with 242,985 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle consistently achieves passes following immediate re-tests in previous years. The failures in June 2024 and 2025 resulted in no recorded defects, suggesting these were likely administrative errors or minor presentation issues that were rectified prior to the re-test rather than deep-seated mechanical failures. At 242,985 miles, this 14-year-old Transporter has covered significant ground, averaging approximately 17,356 miles per year. The data interval between June 2023 and June 2024 shows an accumulation of 18,005 miles, while another 9,137 miles were clocked between June 2024 and June 2025. This consistently high annual mileage indicates heavy commercial or long use, which places accelerated stress on the drivetrain, engine components, and suspension geometry compared to lower-average counterparts. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. Given the age and usage, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, particularly around the sills and mounting points. The suspension should be inspected for worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and fatigued coil springs, as these often degrade rapidly at these distances. While the MOT record is currently clean of mechanical defects, the sheer mileage necessitates a close look at the brake lines and tyre condition to ensure no significant neglect is imminent.