2016 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · FG16 UAP

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in March 2026 at 142,626 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean passes since a single failure in April 2023. The absence of advisory notices in the last three tests suggests that the previous owner has proactively addressed minor wear and tear before they escalated into MOT failure points. The mileage pattern indicates consistent high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per annum. Between April 2025 at 135,166 miles and March 2026 at 142,626 miles, the vehicle covered 7,460 miles. This steady accumulation suggests the van is used regularly for commercial duties rather than sitting for long periods. While the high mileage puts significant strain on drivetrain components and suspension, the regularity of the testing intervals confirms the vehicle remains in active service within a high-mileage environment. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer must focus the physical inspection on heavy-duty wear components common to the Crafter of this age. Given the mileage, the inspector should check the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue or perished cracking, as these often fail under heavy loads. The chassis should also be examined for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear arches and mounting points, as high-mileage commercial vehicles frequently face accelerated degradation. Although the 2023 failure was resolved, a thorough check of the brake disc thickness and caliper condition is necessary to ensure no binding or uneven wear has developed since the last test.