2010 Volkswagen Crafter 2.5L Diesel · OE59 LPL

The 2026-06-18 verdict is that the vehicle is roadworthier than expected, but the MOT record suggests a trend of increasing wear rather than stability. The most recent test in the September 2025 test at 147,975 miles was passed without defects, indicating that the vehicle has not suffered catastrophic failure from the last 16 years. However, the sequence of tests reveals a clear pattern of deterioration: the September 2024 test at 146,992 miles was also passed, yet the September 2023 test at 146,223 miles was a failure. This gap between the two September 2024 and September 2023 tests indicates that the vehicle has not undergone adequate upkeep or maintenance since the 2023 test, suggesting that the owner has been neglecting basic upkeep, leading to accelerated wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. The mileage profile is characterized by rapid accumulation, particularly noticeable between the September 2025 test and the September 2024 test. The vehicle has experienced significant mileage increase over the past year, which is consistent with the vehicle's age of 16 years. While the total mileage of 147,975 miles is reasonable for a 16-year-old car, the specific gap between the September 2024 and September 2023 tests highlights a lack of regular servicing. The lack of defects in the September 2025 test suggests that the vehicle is currently in good shape, but the history implies that the owner has likely skipped routine inspections since the 2023 test, allowing wear to accumulate on critical systems like suspension bushes and brake discs. Given the history of a failed September 2023 test followed by a passing September 2024 test, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person for binding rear brakes, binding calipers, and structural integrity of the suspension. The vehicle has failed twice on tyre tread, which suggests that basic upkeep was skipped, meaning that the wheels may have lost adequate grip and the rubber may have cracked. The 2025 test at 147,975 miles is a PASSED test with no defects, but the 2024 test at 146,992 miles was also passed, indicating that the vehicle has not been subjected to the same level of rigorous maintenance as the 2023 test. The overall roadworthiness is compromised by the history of a failing test, which implies that the vehicle is currently in a state of deteriorating condition and requires immediate professional inspection to address any identified issues.