2018 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · JV05 DUB

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a sudden decline in mechanical condition, transitioning from a clean record to multiple suspension-related failures in June 2026. While the vehicle passed the 2025 test at 42,737 miles with no defects, the most recent inspection at 49,739 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a fractured offside rear coil spring. Although the vehicle subsequently passed on the same day, the tester flagged several significant suspension issues that indicate a worsening trend in component wear. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage for an eight-year-old Transporter. The vehicle has covered approximately 6,200 miles per year, with documented increases of roughly 7,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 7,000 miles between 2025 and 2026. This steady progression suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps prevent certain types of seized components, though it has clearly reached a point where suspension consumables are now reaching the end of their service life. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the front suspension assembly during a physical inspection. The June 2026 record identifies reduced damping in both nearside and offside front shock absorbers alongside worn inner anti-roll bar bushes. These issues, combined with the previously fractured rear coil spring, suggest the entire suspension system is nearing a period of required maintenance. The damaged windscreen noted in the latest test is a minor cosmetic and visibility concern, but the mechanical integrity of the damping and spring components remains the primary priority.