2010 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · AS10 SEB

The 2010 Volkswagen Crafter is unroadworthy as of the 3 July 2026 test at 104,462 miles, failing on oil leakage, structural corrosion, and multiple safety-critical defects. The maintenance trend reveals persistent and worsening mechanical deterioration rather than resolution. The front sub-frame now shows slight damage alongside corrosion at the mounting prescribed area, a progression from the purely cosmetic corrosion flagged in the June 2025 pass. The nearside front track rod end ball joint has developed excessive play, up from the slight play recorded in the previous two tests. The front lower suspension arm corrosion has now reached a flagged advisory level, and the exhaust mounting has broken again after being defective in 2023 and 2024. The oil leak has remained a constant border-line issue since at least 2018, and the nearside front brake pipe corrosion has worsened from a borderline condition to an excessive failure. The mileage pattern indicates very light recent use. Between the June 2025 pass at 103,802 miles and the July 2026 fail at 104,462 miles, only 660 miles accumulated, suggesting the vehicle has been stored or used minimally. Earlier intervals show more consistent annual mileage, such as the 1,157 miles between June 2023 and June 2024, and 1,780 miles between February 2022 and June 2023. The overall average of 6,529 miles per year over 16 years remains typical for the age, but the sharp drop in the final 12 months implies the car has been standing for extended periods, which can accelerate corrosion on stationary components like brake pipes and exhaust mounts. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front sub-frame and suspension mounting areas for structural rust and damage, given the tester flagged slight damage and prescribed-area corrosion in the latest test. The front lower suspension arm, track rod end ball joints, and anti-roll bar bushes require close examination for wear and corrosion, as these components have been flagged repeatedly since 2016 with progressive worsening. The brake pipe network, particularly the nearside front pipe and the corroded ferrules noted since 2023, demands scrutiny for structural integrity. The oil leak source should be identified and the AdBlue tank strap.