2008 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · WD08 MTY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a positive maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 29 May 2025 at 113,759 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in early June 2024 at 106,038 miles, the subsequent pass just two days later suggests a minor component issue that was immediately rectified, rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an 18-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 6,320 miles per annum. The data shows steady progression between tests, moving from 96,292 miles in June 2022 to 100,516 miles in May 2023, and then to 106,046 miles by June 2024. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle was not subjected to heavy commercial strain, which typically preserves the wear on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage Transporter units. Given the clean records in the most recent tests, a physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity common to this generation of Transporter. A buyer must examine the chassis for corrosion, particularly along the sills and rear mounting points, as MOT tests only flag surface rust once it becomes structurally significant. Despite the low mileage, aged rubber components such as suspension bushes and brake hoses may have perished due to time. Checking for binding calipers or perished wiper blades is also prudent, as the low usage does not prevent the degradation of materials over two decades.