2018 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · SL18 YRG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 11 February 2026 at 41,174 miles. While the most recent test was clean, the history reveals a recurring issue with the rear suspension. The vehicle failed the test just one day prior to the pass due to a fractured offside rear coil spring, mirroring a failure in January 2024 where the nearside rear coil spring also snapped. This suggests a pattern where suspension components are only addressed upon total structural failure rather than as part of a preventative maintenance schedule. At 41,174 miles over eight years, the Transporter shows significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,147 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with a 5,500-mile gap recorded between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 3,775 miles between early 2025 and early 2026. This low mileage often preserves the drivetrain and various rubber components from wear, but it can also lead to dry-rottting or corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should physically inspect the rear suspension to ensure both coil springs have been replaced with high-quality units, as the repeated failures indicate a vulnerability in this specific area. The 2021 failure regarding an inoperative engine management warning light also warrants a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes have been simply cleared without resolving the underlying sensor issue. Given the low mileage, checking the brake discs for pitting and the tyres for sidewall cracking is also essential, as infrequently-used vehicles often suffer from surface oxidation rather than mechanical wear.