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LJ09 GSZ

2009 Volkswagen Crafter

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

15,305 mi
Last recorded15,305 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Crafter121,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 15,305 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 15,305 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Sep 2022 15,305 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 15,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 15,305 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 15,305 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 15,305 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 15,305 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 14,989 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 14,614 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 13,879 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 13,879 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Lamp (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 10 Feb 2015 13,068 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 13,068 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 12,441 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 12,441 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 11,851 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 11,484 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,128 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 4,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 4,625 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 GSZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GSZ, 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 GSZ registered?

LJ09 GSZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is LJ09 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 GSZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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