2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · LL03 AKP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy as the latest MOT (9 May 2025) passed at 111,301 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving pattern: a failure on 27 January 2025 was followed by a pass a few months later, echoing a similar resolution of a short‑lived failure in early January 2024. The alternating failures and subsequent passes indicate that issues were identified and rectified between tests, suggesting a stable but attentive maintenance approach. Mileage accumulation has been minimal for a 23‑year‑old vehicle. From 111,161 miles in December 2022 the odometer rose to 111,301 miles in May 2025 – an increase of only 140 miles across roughly two and a half years. The bulk of the mileage (111,279–111,301) was recorded within a 15‑month window, indicating very low annual usage (≈5,600 miles per year). The most recent test is 15 months old as of August 2026, leaving a notable gap in the record and suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should physically inspect the braking system for pad wear and disc uniformity, test for any binding or pulsation, and assess the rear suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or wear. Visual inspection of the exhaust for corrosion and of the underbody for rust is advisable, as low‑mileage vehicles can accumulate corrosion where they sit. Tyre tread depth and condition should be checked, as well as the condition of wiper blades and any rubber seals. A thorough walk‑around will reveal any latent wear that the MOT may have missed, ensuring the vehicle’s long‑term reliability.