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AJ12 DBV

2012 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,171 mi
Last recorded137,171 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Crafter114,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 DBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 137,171 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately evidence of heat damage, not considered excessive (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately evidence of heat damage, not considered excessive (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 133,341 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 130,841 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 123,779 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 117,222 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 113,471 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Sep 2019 113,471 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 111,777 miles

Offside RACK ARM BALL JOINT WORN.

Fail 28 Aug 2018 111,752 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside RACK ARM BALL JOINT WORN.

Pass 29 Sep 2017 108,177 miles

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

Nearside side repeater lens broken

Offside Front slight play in wheel

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake warning light on dash at time of test

rear discs worn

Pass 23 May 2016 94,499 miles

OS steering arm has slight play

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

Pass 19 May 2015 63,060 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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AJ12 DBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 114,091 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 AJ12 DBV, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ12 DBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 24 May 2012.

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