2022 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · DG71 FVO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 77,129 miles, it suffered a failure just six miles prior due to an inoperative engine management indicator light. This suggests the owner only addressed critical electronic faults once they were flagged by the MOT tester. The persistent presence of bodywork damage and defective lighting reflects a vehicle that has been used heavily with aesthetic and minor functional repairs neglected. The Crafter has covered significant mileage for its four-year age, averaging over 19,000 miles per year. Between the December 2024 test at 57,618 miles and the December 2025 test, the vehicle clocked nearly 20,000 miles in just twelve months. This high rate of use puts considerable strain on the drivetrain and heavy suspension components. The December 2025 record also noted the vehicle was being operated at 3,192kg, exceeding its gross vehicle weight of 3,000kg. Consistent overloading significantly accelerates wear on brake components, coil springs, and suspension bushes. A buyer must inspect the entire braking system closely, as the 2024 test flagged all four brake pads as wearing thin. Given the 2025 failure also identified an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit with edge wear, there is a high probability of alignment issues or worn suspension components requiring attention. The bodywork damage on the nearside door, rear panel, and offside front wing should be checked for underlying structural integrity or corrosion hidden by the impact damage. Furthermore, verify that the engine management light fault was properly repaired and not merely cleared, as an underlying sensor failure or emissions issue could remain active.