2017 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · RF17 PVV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 94,012 miles, the tester identified play in both the nearside and offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints alongside play in the nearside steering rack inner joint. This represents a progression from the clean record in early 2025, suggesting that front suspension components are now reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old transporter, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per annum. Data shows steady accumulation between tests, with 10,230 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 10,379 miles recorded between January 2025 and January 2026. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has been used consistently rather than left stationary for long periods, which generally benefits the condition of rubber seals and mechanical fluids within the drivetrain system. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front end due to recurring failures in the suspension assembly. The record shows fractured coil springs in two consecutive years during 2024 and 2025, indicating a potential vulnerability or heavy loading on these components. Given the new advisories regarding steering rack inner joints and anti-roll bar links, the entire front suspension geometry likely requires significant investment to prevent further MOT failures. Inspection should also check for uneven tyre wear, as the previous owner failed a test for insufficient tread depth in early 2025.