2004 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · GP04 WMK

The 2004 Volkswagen Transporter has a mixed MOT history, with recent failures highlighting recurring mechanical and safety concerns. The most recent MOT on 2023-01-23 showed a passed result, but it noted “slight play” in both front anti-roll bar ball joints, a issue also flagged in an earlier failed test on 2023-01-19. This suggests persistent wear in the suspension system, which could compromise handling and safety. The 2023-01-19 failure included critical issues: a non-functional nearside front seat belt, a missing rear registration plate, and excessive wear in both front anti-roll bar pins/bushes. These problems indicate neglect or unresolved repairs, as similar anti-roll bar faults appeared in prior tests. The 2021 MOTs also revealed deteriorated front brake hoses and excessive exhaust emissions, though these were later resolved. The vehicle’s mileage of 124,835 miles over 22 years equates to roughly 5,674 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could imply infrequent use or periods of inactivity, which may accelerate wear on rubber components (e.g., hoses, seals) or lead to corrosion. However, the MOT history does not confirm whether the low mileage correlates with better or worse condition, as critical issues like suspension and braking components remain unresolved. The trend shows stability in some areas (e.g., brake hoses were repaired) but persistence of others (anti-roll bar wear).