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AA08 JVL

2008 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,621 mi
Last recorded172,621 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Crafter121,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 JVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 172,621 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 168,024 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 164,318 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 164,318 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 158,015 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 158,014 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 149,746 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 149,745 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 141,853 miles

Play in nearside steeering rack

Pass 3 May 2012 132,726 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 11 May 2011 95,665 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2011 95,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Crafter?

Based on 720,441 MOT tests across 75,804 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
9,371
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
75,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,487
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 6,349
Registration plate lamp not working 6,198
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,190
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AA08 JVL is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 121,656 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Crafter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 JVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Crafter typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 JVL registered?

AA08 JVL is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AA08 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 JVL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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