2007 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · MX07 MZY

The Volkswagen Transporter presents a currently roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 14 November 2025 at 276,083 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The vehicle cleared its final test with no defects recorded, though the preceding month showed a failed test on 13 October 2025 at 276,030 miles that also listed no defects, indicating an administrative or presentation issue at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault. Prior passes in October 2024 and October 2023 likewise recorded clean sheets, suggesting the van has not accumulated outstanding advisories in the last three years. At roughly 19 years old the Transporter shows 276,083 miles on the clock, equating to about 14,531 miles per year which is high for a 2007 light commercial. Mileage accumulation has been exceptionally low in recent years: the record moved only 842 miles between the October 2023 test at 274,148 miles and the October 2024 pass at 275,241 miles, then just 842 miles again to the November 2025 pass. Such stagnant annual use implies long periods of standing, which commonly accelerates corrosion on structural members and allows brake calipers and suspension bushes to seize through lack of movement. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of the underbody and chassis rails for rust, as the MOT record captures no advisories yet stagnant vans of this age routinely develop structural corrosion unseen in a test lane. The brake discs and calipers warrant manual checks for binding or pitting given the minimal recent road use. Verify the October 2025 fail with the presenting garage to confirm no suppressed defect, and inspect tyres, wiper blades, and exhaust emissions in person since the sparse record offers no insight into consumable condition.