2009 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · YC09 VMD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of neglected rear suspension repairs. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 161,602 miles passed, the tester again flagged significant corrosion on both rear coil springs. This follows a recurring pattern where the offside rear coil spring was noted in both 2024 and 2025, indicating that the owner has opted to defer replacing these components despite multiple years of advisories. The mileage pattern is consistent with a well-used vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. Between the March 2023 test at 152,317 miles and the March 2026 test at 161,602 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 9,300 miles, suggesting steady annual use. However, the failure in March 2024 highlights a period of mechanical oversight, as multiple critical issues including suspension bushes, ball joint covers, and tyre damage reached points of legal failure simultaneously. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension and the integrity of the chassis. The 2024 failure identified excessively worn front arm bushes and deteriorated ball joint dust covers; a buyer should verify if these were replaced with quality parts rather than merely adjusted. Furthermore, the persistent corrosion on the rear coil springs suggests a risk of structural rust. If the springs have not been replaced, the mounting points on the body should be closely monitored for rot, as spring corrosion often precedes structural failure in the Transporter range.