2018 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · GC18 YOX

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 23 March 2026 at 158 488 miles, but the test recorded an oil leak (advisory 8.4.1 (a)(i)) and a repeat offside sill damage. The sill issue first appeared in March 2025 and persists, indicating a structural problem that has not been fully addressed. The earlier steering rack play noted in April 2023 resolved by April 2024, yet the emerging oil leak suggests a developing maintenance gap. Overall the car remains roadworthy, but the recurring sill damage and new oil leak mark a stable‑to‑slightly worsening trend in component condition. Mileage accumulation shows a high usage pattern for an eight‑year‑old van. Between May 2022 (88 204 miles) and March 2026 the odometer rose by 70 284 miles, averaging roughly 17 500 miles per year. The annual increase accelerated to about 21 600 miles in the 2025‑2026 period, outpacing the earlier years. The 2021 test is missing mileage data, leaving a brief gap, but the overall trajectory points to intensive service rather than long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should inspect the offside sill for corrosion or deformation, examine the oil system for external leaks and verify filler cap condition, and test the steering for any residual play at the rack inner joint. With over 158 k miles, suspension bushes, coil springs and trailing‑arm mounts merit close scrutiny for wear. Brake discs, calipers and pads should be checked for uneven wear or binding, and the exhaust system inspected for rust given the sill damage exposure. Tyre tread depth and pressure are critical due to high mileage, as are wiper blades and lighting units, which are common consumables. A thorough visual and mechanical check of these areas will confirm whether the vehicle’s high‑mileage service record has compromised any major subsystems.