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YN12 AAJ

2012 Volkswagen Crafter

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

246,230 mi
Last recorded246,230 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Crafter114,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN12 AAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 246,230 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2026 246,230 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 237,486 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 228,444 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 228,443 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 110,474 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 100,845 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 94,567 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 90,692 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 84,460 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 74,529 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 64,468 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 53,369 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 44,955 miles

bus brought in 5 seats 5 wheelchair clamps

Fail 3 Jun 2015 44,955 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

bus brought in 5 seats 5 wheelchair clamps

Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,884 miles

minor damage to osr lamp unit

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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YN12 AAJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 114,091 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 YN12 AAJ, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN12 AAJ registered?

YN12 AAJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is YN12 AAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN12 AAJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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