2006 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · R5 CXU

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 December 2025 with 231,234 miles. This represents a significant improvement in maintenance standards following a major failure in December 2024. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the historical trend indicates that the owner only addresses critical mechanical and safety issues when prompted by a failure rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 231,234 miles, the Transporter has averaged approximately 11,500 miles per year over its life, which aligns with typical usage for a twenty-year-old commercial vehicle. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 2,600 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and approximately 1,200 miles in the year prior. This relatively steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting, which helps prevent flat-spotting tyres and internal engine corrosion. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and steering components, as the 2024 failure highlighted excessive wear on both front suspension arm ball joints and the offside front track rod end. Given the high mileage, these rubber-to-metal joints should be checked for play or perished perished. The 2022 advisories regarding pitted and scored brake discs suggest that the vehicle frequently operates with components nearing the end of life, so a thorough check of current brake pad thickness and caliper condition is essential. The 2024 failure for excessive smoke emissions warrants a professional check of the engine's turbocharger condition and injector performance to ensure the repair remains stable. While the vehicle has passed since, the history of structural tyre failures and exposed cords in 2024 indicates a previous lack of attention to basic consumables. Prioritize an inspection for underbody structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and chassis members, as these are common failure points for this age and mileage that are not always fully captured in MOT advisories.