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BG16 NOF

2016 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

162,912 mi
Last recorded162,912 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Crafter96,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 NOF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 162,912 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 143,060 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MAIN (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 143,060 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function MOUNT DAMAGED (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MAIN (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 135,781 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 135,523 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet wont open (3.1 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side body work insecure sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 120,840 miles

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both side ()

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 120,840 miles

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both side ()

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 112,495 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear rear marker light loose

Rear number plate light lens missing

Fail 1 Feb 2022 112,490 miles

Nearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working lamp also broken / smashed (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear number plate light lens missing

Pass 18 Dec 2020 108,399 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 108,399 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 98,283 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2019 98,283 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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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BG16 NOF is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 BG16 NOF, 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 BG16 NOF registered?

BG16 NOF is a 2016 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is BG16 NOF safe to buy?

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