2011 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · FN61 WDU

The 2011 Volkswagen Transporter presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 November 2024 at 124,856 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior clean pass dated 12 May 2023 at 120,227 miles confirms no outstanding advisories or mechanical faults across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 124,856 against an approximate 15-year lifespan, equating to around 8,324 miles per year and reflecting typical usage for this model. The records show 113,704 miles on 20 May 2022, rising to 120,227 by May 2023 and 124,856 by November 2024, a steady annual accumulation of roughly 5,500 to 6,500 miles with no abrupt jumps or long dormant periods. The DVSA data is sparse but clean, with only a failed entry on 12 May 2023 carrying no defects listed, suggesting an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and corrosion points on the chassis and sills, as the Transporter of this era is prone to underbody rust not always captured in a pass result. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs warrant hands-on checks for wear given the vehicle's age and 124,856 miles of service. The absence of recorded advisories across four tests implies previous owners addressed consumables before each examination, yet the May 2023 fail with no defects logged bears verification at the testing station's records. Given the clean trail, focus the viewing on drivetrain condition and exhaust emissions rather than outstanding repair items.