2013 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · AM08 DJM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected attention toward the braking system. The most recent test in February 2026 at 140,941 miles identified corroded front brake pipes covered in grease, alongside a lazy nearside rear handbrake. This is a recurring issue, as corrosion on front and rear brake pipes was flagged in the 2025 and 2024 tests. While the vehicle passes its inspections, the presence of grease on corroded pipes suggests owners may be performing reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per year. Between February 2022 test at 122,673 miles and February 2026 at 140,941 miles, the vehicle covered 18,268 miles, indicating steady use rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the interval between tests remains a standard annual cycle, allowing mechanical faults to persist across multiple test cycles without being fully remediated. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the integrity of the braking system and steering components. The repeated reports of corroded brake pipes across both front and rear indicate a high risk of failure if the lines are not replaced. The buyer should also verify the steering rack inner joints, which showed play in both 2022 and 2023, and check the front shock absorbers which were already misting oil in 2023. Given the imbalanced rear brakes noted in 2024, a thorough brake efficiency test is necessary to ensure the handbrake mechanism is not seizing or wearing out.