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AO16 NZJ

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,545 mi
Last recorded156,545 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 NZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 156,545 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 145,702 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 128,266 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 128,254 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working N/S/Reverse light comes on when braking (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad warning light illuminated

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight play in shaft

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Small bolt loose on front cradle

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Repeater bulb incorrect wattage. Puts up fault on dash.

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber badly worn

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 102,575 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 81,996 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 64,265 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 35,629 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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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AO16 NZJ 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 AO16 NZJ, 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.

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What year was AO16 NZJ registered?

AO16 NZJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is AO16 NZJ safe to buy?

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