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BG57 VRY

2008 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,014 mi
Last recorded126,014 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Crafter121,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 VRY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 126,014 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Inner and outer sills corroded

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 123,014 miles

brake pipes to both front flexis corroded-inner and outer sills corroded-front to rear brake pipes corroded-

parking brake lever slight travel/passed on limits-n/s/r lens damaged- all rear lights interacting slightly-rear and front brake discs worn/corroded/pitted-

Pass 8 Feb 2021 121,240 miles

both front top shocker bearings slight play-n/s/f/ wishbone bushes perished-sills corroded-

rear wheel bearings slight play-oil leak-service and parking brakes passed on limits-exhaust corroded/minor leak/mountings deteriated-front to rear brake pipes corroded-

Pass 8 Feb 2020 116,804 miles

service and parking brakes passed on limits-n/s/f/ shocker damp-exhaust corroded/minor leak-x2 rear tyres on limit-oil leak-rear x2 shocker bushes perished-

Pass 11 Mar 2017 112,736 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 105,314 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2016 105,314 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2015 99,632 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014
Fail 29 Jan 2014

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 154,509 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s side repeater broken

Fail 6 Mar 2013 154,509 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s side repeater broken

Pass 19 Jan 2012 135,493 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

air bag warning lamp on dash

coolant warning lamp on dash

handbrake travel

nearside sidemarker inoperative

offside sidemarker damadged and inoperative

various oil leaks across engine

Pass 8 Feb 2011 97,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 97,968 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BG57 VRY is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 121,656 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 BG57 VRY, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG57 VRY registered?

BG57 VRY is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is BG57 VRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 VRY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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