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AV12 CBU

2012 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,488 mi
Last recorded77,488 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Crafter114,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 CBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 77,488 miles

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drips (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 77,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drips (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 63,499 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 60,943 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 55,192 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 53,497 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 50,714 miles

Both front shock absorbers have slight play in them

Slight play in both lower ball joints

Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,548 miles

both front shock absorbers have slight play in them

slight play in both lower ball joints

Pass 9 Mar 2017 41,183 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 41,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 35,108 miles

nearside rear marker light not working

Pass 18 Mar 2015 26,560 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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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AV12 CBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV12 CBU, 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.

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What year was AV12 CBU registered?

AV12 CBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is AV12 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 CBU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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