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AF16 ECX

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

311,285 mi
Last recorded311,285 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 ECX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 311,285 miles

Brake discs corroded front and rear

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 28 Nov 2024 309,473 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 309,473 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 303,302 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 288,076 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Mar 2022 268,290 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 241,876 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 241,876 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 189,183 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight ()

Slight play to front shock absorber(s)-Pivot/shaft

Unable to fully assess front & rear to front brake pipe(s) due to excess grease to brake pipe(s)

Pass 12 Mar 2019 124,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively With lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively With lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 124,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively With lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working Cab (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working Cab (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively With lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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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AF16 ECX is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AF16 ECX, 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 AF16 ECX registered?

AF16 ECX is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is AF16 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 ECX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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