2021 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline TDI 2.0L Diesel · YR71 KTO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from a clean record to emerging mechanical wear. While it passed the latest test in December 2025 at 32,686 miles, the tester identified specific advisories that were absent in the previous year. The presence of a weak offside rear shock absorber and uneven tyre wear indicates that the rear suspension components are beginning to degrade despite the relatively low mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. Between the December 2024 test at 14,698 miles and the December 2025 test at 32,686 miles, the Transporter covered 17,988 miles. This specific spike in usage over a single year likely explains the sudden onset of the suspension and tyre-related issues flagged in the most recent inspection. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the rear suspension to assess the extent of the wear. The uneven wear on the offside rear tyre often points to alignment issues or a failing trailing arm bushing, linked to the weakened shock absorber. It is necessary to check the other shock absorbers for oil leaks and inspect the tyre geometry across the axle to ensure the vehicle does not suffer from premature wear of expensive consumable components.