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BG57 VSF

2008 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

166,186 mi
Last recorded166,186 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Crafter121,656 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 166,186 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 162,360 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 142,959 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 129,455 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 129,455 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 122,017 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 122,017 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 114,804 miles

front discs rusty

noise from steering

Fail 10 Jan 2012 114,804 miles

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

front discs rusty

noise from steering

Pass 4 Jan 2011 105,745 miles

minor adj to h/lights

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 VSF is a 2008 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VSF, 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

How do I check the history of BG57 VSF?

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What year was BG57 VSF registered?

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

Is BG57 VSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 VSF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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