2002 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · LM02 THU
2002 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 106,410 miles. MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,410 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM02 THU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 106,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM02 THU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Transporter (LM02 THU) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
LM02 THU Mileage History
- 15/02/2024103,088 mi
- 12/03/2025104,819 mi+1,731 mi
- 14/03/2025104,820 mi+1 mi
- 25/03/2026106,401 mi+1,581 mi
- 31/03/2026106,410 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 1,566 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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