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AK12 XZL

2012 Volkswagen Crafter

Blue Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,862 mi
Last recorded116,862 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Crafter114,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 XZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 116,862 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 112,122 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 106,605 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 106,509 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 100,575 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 96,018 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 91,385 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 88,030 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 88,030 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 81,874 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 81,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 78,397 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 75,328 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 75,328 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 72,160 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 68,156 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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AK12 XZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter in Blue with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK12 XZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 XZL registered?

AK12 XZL is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is AK12 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 XZL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK12 XZL have outstanding finance?

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