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2012 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · LT12 AED

LT12 AED

2012 Volkswagen Crafter (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2012. Recorded mileage 57,831 miles. MOT valid until 07/10/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN CRAFTER
Year / Origin
2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 07/10/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
57,831 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/10/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 2 October 2025 at 57,831 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to September 2021, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has seen very light duty. The mileage is remarkably low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 4,131 miles per year. The odometer readings show a steady, linear increase over the last five years, rising from 49,083 miles in September 2021 to 57,831 miles in October 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or periods of extreme stagnation, which suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left standing for years. Despite the flawless DVSA record, the low mileage on a fourteen year old commercial vehicle warrants specific physical checks. Long periods of light use can lead to perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and engine mounts, which may not trigger an MOT failure but could affect drive quality. A buyer should inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by inactivity and check the condition of the tyres for age-related cracking, regardless of remaining tread depth. The absence of any recorded corrosion or structural issues across five consecutive tests is a positive indicator for a Crafter of this vintage. However, a manual inspection of the chassis and underbody is still advised to ensure no hidden rust exists that the testers overlooked. Given the lack of mechanical failures in the record, the primary focus should remain on the health of the fluids and the integrity of the seals.

LT12 AED Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2025
  • 57,831 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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LT12 AED Mileage History

  1. 23/09/202251,033 mi
  2. 05/10/202353,352 mi+2,319 mi
  3. 09/10/202455,596 mi+2,244 mi
  4. 02/10/202557,831 mi+2,235 mi

Average of roughly 2,247 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

LT12 AED MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 10:23
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Crafter (LT12 AED) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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ADVISORY