2002 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · RA02 VCU
2002 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 18 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 206,745 miles. MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 206,745 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA02 VCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 206,745 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA02 VCU 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 (RA02 VCU) between June 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 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: Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Catalyst & Center pipe. (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
RA02 VCU Mileage History
- 22/06/2024197,343 mi
- 30/07/2024197,344 mi+1 mi
- 11/08/2025202,685 mi+5,341 mi
- 22/08/2025202,691 mi+6 mi
- 11/08/2026206,745 mi+4,054 mi
Average of roughly 4,402 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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