2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · SG03 PDU

The 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, recorded at 139,305 miles, is currently roadworthy following the June 25, 2025 MOT pass, with no defects noted; the maintenance record shows a stable condition, as successive tests from July 2024 through June 2025 have all recorded zero defects despite minor mileage fluctuations. The mileage trajectory over the past three years reflects typical usage for a 23‑year‑old commercial vehicle: a rise of 1,256 miles between the July 2023 test (138,047 miles) and the July 2024 test (139,303 miles) equates to roughly 418 miles per year, and the subsequent two‑mile increase to 139,305 miles by June 2025 indicates minimal additional use, suggesting the vehicle has been largely stationary or lightly employed between tests. A buyer should therefore focus on physical verification of suspension components such as bushes and coil springs, the condition of brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and any signs of structural rust or corrosion on the chassis and wheel arches, as these areas are commonly flagged in older Transporter models despite the clean MOT history. Given the absence of recorded defects, the vehicle appears well maintained, but a thorough in‑person inspection of the drivetrain, exhaust emissions system, and tyre tread depth is essential to confirm that the documented stability translates into genuine roadworthiness.