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AVZ 7966

2015 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

224,977 mi
Last recorded224,977 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Crafter104,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVZ 7966
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2025 224,977 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 221,662 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 205,189 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 168,224 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2023 168,204 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 159,249 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock absorber shroud (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 132,839 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 132,839 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 106,071 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 106,050 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 91,951 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 68,577 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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AVZ 7966 is a 2015 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 104,652 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 AVZ 7966, 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 11 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 AVZ 7966?

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What year was AVZ 7966 registered?

AVZ 7966 is a 2015 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 4 March 2015.

Is AVZ 7966 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVZ 7966 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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