2018 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · FL05 SUP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership style. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 52,650 miles without defects, the immediate failure on that same day reveals multiple neglected issues. The presence of an ABS warning lamp, incorrect headlamp aim, and a nearside rear tyre below the legal limit suggests that the owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by a test failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old van, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per annum. The record shows steady usage, moving from 37,747 miles in December 2022 to 48,479 miles by December 2024, and reaching 52,650 miles in early 2026. This low annual mileage profile generally suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the long intervals between tests where the vehicle may sit for extended periods can sometimes lead to component corrosion or fluid degradation between inspections. A buyer must specifically inspect the ABS system to ensure the fault flagged in January 2026 has been properly rectified and is not a recurring sensor or pump failure. The recurring issue of tyres worn to the legal limit in both 2024 and 2026 indicates a history of delaying tyre replacements and ignoring wheel alignment issues, which could point to worn suspension bushes or steering components. Verify the headlamp alignment to ensure it is now correctly adjusted, as the previous failure indicated both beams were aimed too high.