2007 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · LB07 VJY

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 8 June 2026 at 107 626 miles, with only a minor advisory on the registration plate condition. The preceding test on 5 June 2026 had failed due to ingress of dirt through the front anti‑roll bar ball joint dust covers, indicating a rapid corrective repair. The pattern of failures from 2021‑2024—repeated suspension arm bush wear, fractured rear coil springs, thin brake pads and a shock‑absorber fluid leak—has largely subsided, and the recent records show only engine mountings worn and the same anti‑roll bar dust‑cover issue. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, with fewer serious defects appearing in the last two years. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a nineteen‑year‑old vehicle. Between the 2025 test (105 702 miles) and the current reading, just 1 924 miles were added over roughly twelve months. Earlier intervals show a steady rise: 2024 added 3 734 miles, 2023 added 2 559 miles, and 2022 added 3 086 miles. The flat reading in 2019 (87 900 miles on both tests) suggests a period of minimal use, which can preserve mechanical components but may also encourage corrosion or fluid degradation if the vehicle was stored improperly. A prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension thoroughly, checking the anti‑roll bar ball joint dust covers for tears, the suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, and the rear coil springs for cracks or fractures. Brake condition demands close attention: examine pad thicknesses, especially the rear inner pads, assess disc wear and scoring, and verify that the calipers move freely without binding. The engine mountings should be examined for wear that could cause noise or vibration, and the shock absorbers inspected for fluid leaks. Finally, review the exhaust for smoke‑emission signs and ensure the registration plates are legible; any corrosion on the plate mounting points should be noted as it may affect identification.