2002 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · NJ52 VFK
2002 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2002. Recorded mileage 179,078 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,078 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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NJ52 VFK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 179,078 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NJ52 VFK 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 (NJ52 VFK) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 July 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: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”; “Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
NJ52 VFK Mileage History
- 16/07/2024172,760 mi
- 16/07/2024172,761 mi+1 mi
- 11/07/2025175,522 mi+2,761 mi
- 11/07/2025175,523 mi+1 mi
- 21/07/2026179,078 mi+3,555 mi
Average of roughly 3,140 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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