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AK61 KWU

2011 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

256,056 mi
Last recorded256,056 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Crafter120,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 KWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 256,056 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 256,056 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 229,475 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 229,475 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 194,754 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 194,754 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Side Repeater. (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 155,673 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 117,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 117,739 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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AK61 KWU is a 2011 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 120,646 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 AK61 KWU, 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 15 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 AK61 KWU registered?

AK61 KWU is a 2011 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is AK61 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 KWU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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