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WJ09 VPL

2009 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

246,388 mi
Last recorded246,388 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Crafter121,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 VPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 246,388 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Dec 2016 241,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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Fail 20 Dec 2016 241,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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Pass 5 Nov 2015 229,541 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 229,268 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 195,284 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 174,165 miles

slight lift on front both bottom ball joints

Fail 23 Mar 2013 174,165 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight lift on front both bottom ball joints

Pass 20 Nov 2012 170,034 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 164,871 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WJ09 VPL 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 70%.

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 WJ09 VPL, 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 WJ09 VPL registered?

WJ09 VPL is a 2009 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is WJ09 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ09 VPL shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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