2015 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · VO65 LWM

The vehicle remains legally roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend of deferred repairs and structural degradation. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 113,263 miles passed, the tester identified several new advisories alongside recurring issues that have remained unaddressed from previous years. The persistence of steering rack free play and suspension bush wear across both 2024 and 2025 indicates that the owner is allowing components to progress toward mechanical failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old Transporter, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per year. There was a notable progression of 20,738 miles between July 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 15,882 miles in the following year. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly for work or travel rather than sitting idle, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber components like bushes and tyres, as well as the progressive corrosion seen on the exhaust and brake pipes. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the bodywork, specifically addressing the deformation in the nearside sill area which has been noted since 2023. Although the tester noted structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, the presence of deformation alongside corroded exhaust components suggests active environmental damage. The offside front brake pipe, now covered in grease, is a point of concern as such material often masks advanced surface corrosion that could lead to a sudden hydraulic failure. The suspension and steering systems require immediate professional attention as the worn lower arm bushes and steering rack free play have been flagged in multiple consecutive tests. Given the 2022 failure regarding ABS and stability control faults, the buyer should verify that these electronic systems were fully rectified and have not returned. Furthermore, the history of perishing tyres and worn-out pads suggests that consumable items are only replaced when they reach legal limits, necessitating a fresh check of all current fitment before purchase.