2013 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · DA62 YYM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 243,532 miles, the failure on that same day indicates that the owner only addresses essential faults immediately upon inspection. The presence of a persistent oil leak across multiple consecutive tests suggests a long-term engine issue that has not been professionally rectified, despite being classified as not excessive by the tester. At 243,532 miles over 13 years, this Crafter has covered a significant distance, averaging nearly 19,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent high-mile usage, with 9,282 miles covered between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 2,442 miles covered in the final year recorded. This high rate of accumulation places extreme strain on heavy-duty components, which is reflected in the recurring failures of lighting components and brake assemblies noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, specifically the nearside and offside front brake pipes flagged in late 2024. The fact that these pipes were corroded and covered in grease suggests an attempt to hide rust or a lack of attention to fluid line integrity. Additionally, the corrosion on the offside front side step and the perishing of the offside rear tyre indicate that exterior bodywork and rubber components are being neglected. The recurring oil leak remains a high-priority item for a mechanic to determine if the source is a simple seal or a more catastrophic gasket failure consistent with the high mileage.