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AK65 UTU

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

218,908 mi
Last recorded218,908 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK65 UTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 218,908 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 208,669 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 194,285 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 179,365 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 153,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2020
Pass 12 Feb 2019 129,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 129,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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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AK65 UTU is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AK65 UTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK65 UTU?

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What year was AK65 UTU registered?

AK65 UTU is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is AK65 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK65 UTU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK65 UTU have outstanding finance?

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