2015 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · KY65 NPJ

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that shows minor wear-related progression. The most recent test in October 2025 at 79,779 miles passed without failures despite advisories for both nearside and offside rear brake discs. This represents a shift from the clean records seen in the previous three years, indicating that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service life and requires attention. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old Trans, averaging approximately 7,250 miles per year. Between October 2021 at 62,432 miles and October 2025 at 79,779 miles, the vehicle covered 17,347 miles. This low usage suggests the van has not been subjected to heavy commercial-duty cycles, though low mileage can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components and seals due to time rather than distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and rear braking assembly. The 2021 test flagged worn front suspension arm bushes and uneven inner-edge wear on the rear tyres, which often points to alignment issues or worn shock absorbers. While these issues were resolved or monitored in subsequent tests, the recent advisory on worn rear brake discs suggests that further mechanical overhaul is now imminent. Verify the thickness of the rear discs and check for any play in the front suspension bushings to ensure the previous faults have not returned.