2012 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · FE12 AEP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having achieved a clean pass in its most recent inspection on November 10, 2025 at 170,119 miles. This result indicates that the van currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. Following a single failure in November 2023, the vehicle has completed two consecutive annual tests without any recorded defects. This trend suggests that any previously identified issues were addressed and that subsequent maintenance has maintained a consistent standard. The mileage accumulation is consistent with high-use commercial operation, averaging approximately 12,150 miles per year over its fourteen-year life. Between November 2022 and November 2024, the vehicle covered 23,504 miles, while the interval between November 2024 and November 2025 saw a further 10,631 miles. This steady usage pattern suggests the vehicle is driven regularly rather than sitting, which often prevents component degradation. The lack of long gaps between testing dates indicates the owner has remained proactive with the statutory minimum MOT testing schedule. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the heavy suspension components. Given the high mileage and age of this Volkswagen Crafter, corrosion on the frame rails and floor pans is a common point of failure that can develop between tests. You should also inspect for wear on control arm bushes, shock absorbers, and springs, as these components endure significant stress under heavy commercial loads. While the recent records are clean, a thorough check of the brake lines for corrosion and the caliper leaks is necessary to ensure the high-mileage usage has not compromised the hydraulic system.