2007 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · FW02 AFW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 67,172 miles identified low front brake pads and a corroded exhaust box outer skin. While the vehicle passed, the recurring nature of exhaust-related defects over the last four years suggests that the owner only addresses these components when they reach a point of failure or advisory, rather than replacing them in advance. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,172 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,535 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-interval usage, with a gap of 8,643 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 7,276 miles between January 2025 and February 2026. This low mileage often leads to degradation of rubber components and seals due to age and inactivity, which aligns with the fluid seepage issues noted in the record. A prospective buyer must focus heavily on the exhaust system and structural mounting points. The tester consistently flagged corroded rear spring mounts in 2025 and multiple exhaust leaks and corrosion issues dating back to 2022. These are not merely cosmetic but indicate that rust is actively moving through the exhaust system and potentially the suspension mounting points. Additionally, the power steering component seepage reported in 2022 should be re-inspected to ensure the leak has not worsened, as older seals often suffer when dry out from low-mile use. The 2025 record also highlighted several tyres nearing the legal limit, with the offside rear at just 2.5mm. Given the low annual mileage, the tyres should be checked for age-related sidew sidew cracking cracking, even if the tread depth appears sufficient. A thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage is essential to confirm that the noted corrosion on the spring mounts and exhaust has not progressed into the structural integrity of the chassis.