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AE16 XCU

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,717 mi
Last recorded155,717 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 XCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 155,717 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 138,075 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear light lens creaked

Pass 11 Dec 2021 120,351 miles

Steering column shaft modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 101,165 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2020 101,165 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 83,105 miles

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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AE16 XCU is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 96,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE16 XCU, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE16 XCU registered?

AE16 XCU is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AE16 XCU safe to buy?

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