2014 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · SN14 FBA

A consistent pattern of clean MOT results defines this Volkswagen Transporter's roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test on 11 December 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded. Across five consecutive annual examinations from 2021 through 2025, the vehicle has returned to test without any flagged items whatsoever, presenting an unbroken record of compliance with DVSA standards. The absence of any recorded advisories over this five-year window is notable for a commercial-derived van of this age, as Transporter chassis commonly surface advisories relating to corroding brake pipes, worn suspension bushes, or exhaust deterioration once they pass the decade mark. This clean trajectory suggests the vehicle has either been conscientiously maintained or simply not yet developed the age-related defects that typically manifest in this platform. Recorded mileage of 94,910 miles across approximately twelve years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 7,900 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a working Transporter of this vintage. There are no extended gaps between annual tests that would suggest the vehicle was laid up, and the continuity of testing from 2021 through 2025 implies regular road use. This kind of steady, moderate mileage profile tends to keep consumables rotating at a normal pace without exposing components to the accelerated wear seen on high-mileage commercial workhorses, nor the stagnation issues that affect low-mileage vehicles left standing for long periods. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should not assume that twelve years and nearly 95,000 miles of use have left every component in factory-fresh condition. The T5 and T6 Transporter chassis are well known for developing wear in front suspension components, particularly the anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, and lower control arm bushes, which can degrade quietly between tests and only become apparent on close inspection. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps or uneven tarmac, and feel for any vagueness or judder through the steering wheel, which would suggest worn tie rod ends or top mounts. The braking system should also receive close attention even though no defects have been recorded. Given the Transporter's heavy unladen weight, brake discs and pads are prone to corrosion on the inner face, particularly if the vehicle has spent time standing or is used for short journeys. Check the discs visually for lipping or a corroded inner edge, and during the test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping that might indicate pad wear close to the limit. Additionally, given the mileage and age, it is prudent to inspect the underside of the vehicle for any emerging corrosion on brake lines, subframe mounting points, and the rear axle assembly, as these are the areas most likely to surface advisories on Transporter chassis in the next one to two test cycles, even if nothing is currently flagged.