2009 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · GN09 LFS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 17, 2025, at 73,201 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The vehicle failed the test just one day prior due to incorrect headlamp aim, inoperative registration plate lighting, and a worn offside front tyre. While these issues were rectified immediately, the recurring advisories suggest the owner only addresses faults when necessary to pass the annual test rather than performing regular preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,201 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. The data shows significant gaps between tests, such as the 8,000 miles driven between January 2023 and January 2024, and another 7,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushings and seals, which can perish from age despite the low physical mileage on the odometer. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the record consistently flags inner tyres as worn close to the legal limit across 2024, 2025, and the final failure in June. This indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn ball joints that have remained unaddressed. The rear inner brake pads were noted as thin in early 2024, necessitating a check of the current thickness to ensure the calipers are not seized. Given the age and low mileage of this Transporter, a thorough physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from hidden rust in the arches and sills while sitting for long periods.