2004 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · HC04 JCV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of intermittent failures. The most recent MOT test conducted in September 2025 at 163,779 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This result represents a positive trend compared to the failures seen in 2023 and 2024, showing the vehicle has maintained a clean bill of health through its two most recent annual inspections. At 163,779 miles over 22 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,444 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a Transporter of this age. The data shows consistent activity, notably with roughly 2,800 miles covered between August 2024 and September 2025, and approximately 4,100 miles between May 2023 and August 2024. This regular interval suggests the vehicle is not sitting stationary for extended periods, which often helps prevent the degradation of seals and rubber components associated with older vehicles. While the recent records are clean, the failures in April 2023 and June 2024 necessitate a thorough physical inspection of components that likely triggered those rejections. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the sills, floor pans, and mounting points, as corrosion is a common concern on this generation. Given the age and mileage, checking the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for excessive wear is essential to ensure that the mechanical stability seen in the 2025 test persists.