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BN12 CPF

2012 Volkswagen Crafter

Blue Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

174,324 mi
Last recorded174,324 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Crafter114,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 CPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 174,324 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift nearly at recommended wear limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door close panel corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 167,628 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 160,700 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 160,631 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 152,055 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 152,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing cover (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 141,097 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear metal brake pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 132,028 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 119,166 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 110,898 miles

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,672 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 100,836 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 77,763 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BN12 CPF is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter in Blue with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BN12 CPF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN12 CPF?

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What year was BN12 CPF registered?

BN12 CPF is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is BN12 CPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 CPF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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