2014 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · AK64 LBG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in September 2025 at 91,878 miles, the record shows a persistent failure to address deteriorating braking system issues. The significant failure in October 2024 at 87,998 miles highlighted a critical hydraulic leak and excessive corrosion on the front-to-rear brake pipes, indicating that the braking integrity was being neglected until it reached a point of failure. At 91,878 miles, this 12-year-old Crafter averages approximately 7,650 miles per year, which is consistent with light usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 3,600 miles before the September 2025 inspection. This steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting, which explains the wear on rubber components and mechanical hardware noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The tester repeatedly flagged corroded brake pipes covered in grease across 2023, 2024, and 2025, a practice often used to mask the extent of pipe decay. Furthermore, the front suspension arm ball joints showed play in 2024, and while not mentioned in the most recent test, these components require checking for wear alongside the previously noted worn rear anti-roll bar linkages. The presence of a defective exhaust mounting in 2024 also necessitates a check for structural fatigue or mounting corrosion across the chassis.