2011 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · FN11 GFU
2011 Volkswagen Crafter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 11 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 159,456 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CRAFTER
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,456 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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FN11 GFU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT failed on 07/08/2026
- 159,456 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 23 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FN11 GFU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Crafter (FN11 GFU) between May 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Steering (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML lamp flashing, coil lamp flashing. (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall damage exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))”.
FN11 GFU Mileage History
- 16/05/2024149,883 mi
- 18/07/2025155,570 mi+5,687 mi
- 22/07/2025155,575 mi+5 mi
- 16/06/2026159,453 mi+3,878 mi
- 07/08/2026159,456 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,299 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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