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VN59 UCL

2009 Volkswagen Crafter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,278 mi
Last recorded166,278 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Crafter121,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 UCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 166,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 166,271 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working mirror indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 163,796 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 145,419 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 98,384 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 76,848 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 76,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 60,275 miles

slight oil leak from pinion seal

Pass 29 Nov 2012 52,845 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 52,823 miles

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

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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VN59 UCL is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN59 UCL, 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 VN59 UCL registered?

VN59 UCL is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is VN59 UCL safe to buy?

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