2011 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · TA05 JAC

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 172,971 miles, it had failed that same test with multiple critical safety and mechanical defects. The presence of ABS faults, SRS warning lights, and severe brake wear indicates that vital safety systems were neglected until they prompted a failure. The transition from a multi-point failure to a pass suggests the owner addressed only the minimum requirements to legal the vehicle. At 172,971 miles over 15 years, the vehicle averages approximately 11,500 miles per annum. This figure is consistent with typical usage for a Volkswagen Transporter of this age. The record shows steady use, with roughly 2,200 miles covered between the July 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 3,400 miles between September 2023 and July 2024. This consistent mileage masks the high total but places significant stress on the suspension and braking components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, as corrosion was noted in 2023 and specifically flagged on suspension mounting areas in 2024. Although the tester did not consider the rust excessive at that time, structural degradation on mounting points often progresses rapidly on vans. The 2025 failure regarding weakened rear brake discs and thin pads highlights a history of ignoring consumable components until critical failure. The buyer should also verify that the anti-roll bar linkage and headlight dipswitch have been properly repaired, as these were recent points of failure.