2017 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · FH17 FGE

The 2017 Volkswagen Crafter currently presents a stable and clean maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 29 November 2024 at 117,748 miles with no defects recorded. A prior pass on 5 December 2023 at 116,311 miles also showed zero defects, indicating consistent roadworthiness over the last two years. However, the record contains two anomalous failures on 1 December 2023 and 2 December 2022, both at 116,305 miles and 99,297 miles respectively, where no specific defects were documented. These entries likely represent aborted tests or administrative failures rather than mechanical faults, but the subsequent clean passes confirm the vehicle met all required standards shortly after. The mileage accumulation reveals a distinct shift in usage patterns. Between the December 2022 test at 99,297 miles and the December 2023 test at 116,311 miles, the van covered roughly 17,000 miles in a single year, reflecting heavy commercial use typical of a large panel van. Conversely, mileage has entirely stagnated since the November 2024 test at 117,748 miles, showing zero recorded distance over the subsequent nineteen months leading up to the current date in July 2026. This prolonged period of inactivity raises questions about the vehicle's current state, as commercial vehicles left standing for extended periods often suffer from deteriorating consumables and dormant mechanical issues. Given the high annual mileage recorded in 2023 and the recent nineteen-month standstill, a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to heavy wear and prolonged dormancy. Examine the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion and binding, a common issue when high-mileage commercial vans sit unused. Check the tyres for flat-spotting and sidewall perishing, as stationary vehicles develop these defects rapidly. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, particularly given the 17,000-mile workload endured in 2023. Assess the structural integrity of the chassis and load floor for corrosion, ensuring the long period of inactivity has not accelerated rust formation in critical load-bearing areas. Verify the exhaust system for integrity and check the engine for smooth operation after its extended dormancy. The lack of recent mechanical data means a thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential to validate the condition implied by the clean 2024 pass.