2006 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · MT06 DAN

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on 01 September 2025 at 215,573 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed inspections without recorded advisories or recurring defects. While the record shows two failures immediately prior to passes in 2024 and 2025, the lack of specific defect descriptions suggests these minor issues were addressed quickly before re-testing rather than indicating chronic mechanical or structural failure. At 215,573 miles, this Transporter has averaged approximately 10,779 miles per year over its twenty-year lifespan, which aligns with typical usage for its age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 13,000 miles recorded between August 2024 and September 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is subjected to regular operation which often helps prevent seal degradation associated with long stationary periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as high-mileage Transporters are prone to accelerated corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. Despite the clean MOT history, the mileage suggests that the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may be nearing their functional life. Given the age and distance, checking for binding calipers and the condition of the brake discs is essential to ensure the vehicle maintains the performance reflected in the most recent clean test results.