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SL59 GZU

2009 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

262,718 mi
Last recorded262,718 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Crafter121,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 GZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 262,718 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 262,511 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 241,841 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 227,178 miles

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

Nearside Rear shocker metal dust cover corroded

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 226,541 miles

Both Rear Tyres Side Walls Cut / Split

Engine Management Light On

Pass 29 Oct 2016 224,211 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2015 221,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil Leak

Pass 22 Oct 2014 217,772 miles

Both rear anti-roll bar D bushes have slight play in pin/bush

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 184,592 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 139,573 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SL59 GZU is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 SL59 GZU, 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.

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What year was SL59 GZU registered?

SL59 GZU is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is SL59 GZU safe to buy?

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