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BX17 ZFY

2017 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,623 mi
Last recorded95,623 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Crafter90,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX17 ZFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 95,623 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 89,868 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight leak on rear diff pinion seal

Pass 12 Aug 2024 82,803 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 82,792 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2023 78,619 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 73,947 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 73,947 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2021 67,956 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 67,653 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 67,653 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 54,951 miles

Both front shock absorbers have slight play internally

Fail 3 Feb 2020 54,951 miles

Both front shock absorbers have slight play internally

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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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BX17 ZFY is a 2017 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 2017 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 90,464 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 BX17 ZFY, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX17 ZFY registered?

BX17 ZFY is a 2017 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 2 March 2017.

Is BX17 ZFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX17 ZFY 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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