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AJ57 YHF

2008 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

215,090 mi
Last recorded215,090 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Crafter121,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 YHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 215,090 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 May 2025 211,583 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 208,154 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

propshaft mounting rubbers deteriorating

Pass 11 May 2023 207,297 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

propshaft bearings worn

Pass 28 Oct 2021 206,646 miles

chip in screen

exhaust corroding

Pass 17 Nov 2020 159,872 miles

chip in screen

exhaust corroding

Pass 3 May 2019 147,993 miles

chip in screen

exhaust corroding

Pass 4 Apr 2018 145,324 miles

CHIP IN SCREEN

EXHAUST CORRODING

REAR TYRES WORN LOW

Pass 5 Apr 2017 143,573 miles

EXHAUST CORRODING

Pass 5 Apr 2016 142,658 miles

exhaust corroding

rear tyres worn low

Pass 6 Mar 2015 139,659 miles

all tyres worn low

exhaust corroding

Pass 22 Apr 2013 137,749 miles

exhaust corroding

front tyres worn low

Pass 27 Mar 2012 134,001 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 127,941 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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AJ57 YHF is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AJ57 YHF, 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 AJ57 YHF registered?

AJ57 YHF is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is AJ57 YHF safe to buy?

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