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LJ09 GSV

2009 Volkswagen Crafter

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

82,130 mi
Last recorded82,130 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Crafter121,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 GSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 82,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover case missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 80,280 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside headlamp has condensation in the lens

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2024 80,278 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside headlamp has condensation in the lens

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 79,564 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 79,564 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside centre sidemarker inoperative

Offside Rear Outer punctured tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 74,999 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 74,998 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 74,994 miles

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

Seat belt not functioning as intended third row back. belt detached (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside parking brake low effort

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

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged two clips damaged - one on each of the back two rows of seats (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 74,903 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 74,620 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 74,617 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 68,695 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 62,686 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 56,521 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 49,448 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 41,876 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 33,068 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 23,780 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 23,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 16,764 miles

Airbag warning light on dash

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 16,764 miles

Airbag warning light on dash

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,329 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 5,422 miles

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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LJ09 GSV is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 121,474 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 LJ09 GSV, 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 17 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 LJ09 GSV registered?

LJ09 GSV is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 15 April 2009.

Is LJ09 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 GSV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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