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AK66 LJE

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

245,551 mi
Last recorded245,551 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK66 LJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 245,551 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 235,537 miles

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

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))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 9 Nov 2023 225,644 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 205,900 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 179,518 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 179,518 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 155,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 155,324 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 116,446 miles

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

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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AK66 LJE is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK66 LJE, 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

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What year was AK66 LJE registered?

AK66 LJE is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is AK66 LJE safe to buy?

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