2013 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · FT13 EWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred consumable component replacement. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 78,133 miles passed, the tester flagged worn rear brake discs and thin rear inner pads. This follows a pattern established in the September 2024 test at 75,013 miles, where both front and rear inner pads were noted as wearing thin. This suggests the previous owner is waiting until components approach the limit of their legal threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 3,620 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 3,538 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of degradation in rubber-based components and structural corrosion regardless of the distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as the recurring issues with pads and discs indicate a history of neglected brake hardware attention. The 2023 failure at 71,567 miles revealed a fractured nearside rear coil spring, so the remaining suspension springs and dampers should be checked for fatigue or fluid leaks. Given the vehicle's age, the chassis and underbody must be examined for structural rust, particularly as the MOT record does not explicitly detail the level of corrosion on common failure points for the Transporter models of this era.