2011 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · ML61 EFB

The 2011 Volkswagen Crafter presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 3 December 2025 at 228,219 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. Prior to that, the vehicle passed cleanly on 27 September 2024 at 221,261 miles, though the same date also shows a failed attempt with no defects logged, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. The 2023 and 2022 tests at 218,411 and 203,112 miles respectively also passed with no advisories. The record shows no recurring defects across the five-year span. Mileage stands at 228,219 against a 15-year lifespan, averaging roughly 15,215 miles per year. This is high for the age and points to sustained commercial use. Accumulation was steady rather than sporadic: 15,149 miles fell between October 2022 and October 2023, then only 2,850 miles to September 2024, followed by 6,958 miles to the December 2025 test. The sparse but clean history offers little evidence of neglected intervals, though the low 2023 to 2024 movement may indicate a period of reduced operation. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the mileage. The MOT data flags no corrosion or structural integrity concerns, yet high annual use wears these components outside test cycles. Examine the exhaust for internal degradation and check calipers for binding after prolonged standing implied by the 2024 mileage dip. Previous keepers maintained the Crafter to a passable standard with no skipped tests or visible upkeep failures. The clean advisory sheet suggests consumables were renewed before each examination. Verify service records to confirm drivetrain lubrication kept pace with the 228,000-mile load.