2014 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · BT64 SZZ

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of deferred maintenance and recurring critical safety failures. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 129,754 miles, the failure just one month prior reveals a systemic neglect of essential mechanical components. The trend is unstable, as the vehicle consistently fails with multiple major defects across the braking, steering, and tyres, suggesting that the owner only performs the minimum work required to pass an inspection rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The recorded mileage of 129,754 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age of 12 years, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per annum. However, the data shows a significant discrepancy between the November 2024 test at 132,764 miles and the December 2025 test at 129,754 miles. This retrospective drop of over 3,000 miles indicates either a clerical error in the record or mileage tampering, which undermines the reliability of the entire service history and the vehicle's actual wear patterns. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The record shows a persistent issue with excessive corrosion on all brake pipes dating back to 2023, culminating in total failure in late 2025. While these were reportedly replaced, the presence of grease in previous tests suggests attempts to hide rust on the hydraulic lines. Furthermore, the report of offside play in the steering rack inner joints in December 2025 indicates significant mechanical wear in the steering geometry that could compromise handling if not monitored. The tyre history further highlights poor upkeep, with all four tyres flagged as worn to the legal limit or edged across multiple consecutive years. This suggests potential alignment issues or suspension component failure. Given the previous failure for parking brake efficiency below 50% and significantly worn rear brake discs, the entire braking circuit and mechanical hand mechanism must be thoroughly tested to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive and not merely superficial fixes.