2012 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · BJ12 AEB

The vehicle’s most recent MOT, dated 6 October 2021 at 238 865 miles, recorded a pass with two advisories: slight play in the offside front track rod end ball joint and a non‑excessive oil leak. This represents a clear improvement from the series of failures logged in 2019‑2020, where suspension arm ball joints, shock absorbers, anti‑roll bar linkages and brake pipe corrosion were flagged. The trend therefore shows a stabilising condition after a period of deteriorating wear, but the advisories indicate that critical suspension components remain borderline. Mileage accumulation has been aggressive, averaging roughly 17 000 miles per year over the 14‑year life span, which places substantial stress on consumables such as tyres, brakes and drivetrain bearings. The MOT record shows a gap of more than four years since the last test, meaning the vehicle is currently unroadworthy and lacks recent verification of its mechanical state. The final entry at 238 865 miles is the only data point after 2020, highlighting a prolonged interval without inspection. A prospective buyer should prioritise a hands‑on inspection of the suspension system. The track rod ends, suspension arm ball joints and anti‑roll bar linkage pins/bushes exhibit repeated wear; excessive play or corrosion in these items can compromise steering geometry and handling. Shock absorbers should be checked for leakage or loss of damping, while the brake circuit demands scrutiny for pipe corrosion and grease contamination. Tyre condition is critical, with rear tyres recorded as worn close to the legal limit, and the oil system should be examined for the reported leak. Finally, electrical items such as the rear fog lamp, direction indicators and registration plate lamp have shown intermittent faults, requiring functional testing before purchase.