2002 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · ML02 OXR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean MOT record despite two recent testing failures. The most recent test on 28 August 2025 at 142,358 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just eight days prior at 141,806 miles. This pattern suggests that the failures were likely due to minor, easily rectified items that were addressed immediately by the owner rather than indicative of systemic mechanical failure or structural degradation. At 24 years of age, the recorded 142,358 miles represent an average usage of approximately 5,932 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the national average for a Volkswagen Transporter, indicating light annual use or periods where the vehicle remained stationary. The mileage accumulation remains consistent between test intervals, with roughly 2,000 miles covered between 2023 and 2024, and approximately 2,800 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low mileage often means age-related fatigue of rubber components and drivetrain parts outweighs mileage-related wear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as low-mileage vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion from long standing periods. Given the clean history once passed, verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines which can perish or crack over time regardless of distance. The recent failures followed by immediate passes suggest the owner monitors minor items like bulbs, wipers, or minor leaks, which indicates a proactive approach to basic maintenance.