2017 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · MT04 DKT

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 21 July 2026 at 42,339 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has clearly been kept to a standard that avoids the accumulation of minor mechanical failures or structural degradation over the last six years of testing. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old Transporter, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Between the July 2020 test at 21,946 miles and the July 2026 test at 42,339 miles, the vehicle covered only 20,393 miles. This consistent low-usage pattern suggests short-distance travel rather than heavy commercial use. Such patterns typically result in less wear on the drivetrain, gearbox, and brake components compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. While the MOT record shows no faults, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components sensitive to low mileage and stationary time. Inspect the rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking or perish, which can occur when a vehicle is driven infrequently. Check the brake calipers for signs of seizing or corrosion, as low use can sometimes lead to pistons not moving freely. Given the clean history, the vehicle appears to be a well-maintained example, provided the service history matches these positive MOT intervals.