2021 Volkswagen Crafter CR35 Startline TDI 2.0L Diesel · NJ21 VRO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of mechanical wear consistent with high usage. The most recent test in March 2026 at 121,332 miles passed with a minor defect regarding an inoperative offside rear registration plate lamp. This follows a failure in March 2025 where the engine management indication light was flagged as malfunctioning. While the immediate faults were rectified, the presence of recurring mechanical issues suggests the vehicle is beginning to require more frequent attention. The mileage profile is significantly high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging over 24,000 miles per year. Between the March 2024 test at 69,796 miles and the March 2025 test at 99,587 miles, the vehicle covered 30,000 miles in just twelve months. This rapid accumulation places considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems. The gap of nearly 22,000 miles since the last MOT indicates the vehicle is being used for heavy commercial-duty cycles, which typically accelerates the degradation of all consumable parts. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the engine bay to assess the severity of the oil leak noted in 2025. Although the tester described it as not excessive at that time, high-mileage diesel engines often suffer from weeping gaskets or seals that can worsen. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage was previously flagged for play, so the buyer should check the entire front suspension, including bushes and coil springs, for signs of similar wear or perished rubber. Given the high mileage, the condition of the brake discs and the thickness of the pads are also critical to ensure they are not nearing the end of their functional life.