2017 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · GD67 ACJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 23 July 2026 at 57,399 miles. The maintenance trend shows a recent dip in mechanical standard, as the vehicle failed its test just three days prior on 20 July 2026. That failure identified a non-functioning nearside rear seat belt buckle, a defective central seat belt retracting mechanism, and a non-excessive oil leak. While the most recent pass indicates these specific defects were rectified, the sudden appearance of an oil leak and seat belt failures after years of clean records suggests a shift from preventative maintenance to reactive repairs. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 6,300 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 12,409 miles in December 2020 to 57,399 miles in July 2026. There are no significant gaps in testing or sudden surges in mileage that would suggest long periods of abandonment or heavy commercial misuse. The usage pattern remains predictable, which generally supports the integrity of wear-and-tear components like tyres and brake pads. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the oil leak flagged in July 2026. Even though the tester noted it was not excessive, any leak requires investigation to prevent future component degradation or environmental issues. The seat belt failures, while resolved for the MOT, warrant a manual check of all passenger restraint systems to ensure the retracting mechanisms remain smooth and the buckles latch securely. No issues regarding structural corrosion, suspension bushes, or brake system integrity have appeared in the history, which is a positive indicator for a Transporter of this age. The only previous failure occurred in December 2020 due to incorrect headlamp aim, a minor adjustment issue that was resolved immediately. Aside from the recent mechanical and safety component failures, the vehicle's history remains remarkably clean.