2015 Volkswagen Crafter 2.0L Diesel · PJ06 WAT

The vehicle shows a recurring pattern of front-end suspension and chassis wear. While it passed its latest test on 17 March 2026, the history reveals a significant failure in March 2024 involving both front lower suspension arm ball joints and shock absorber bushes. The persistence of suspension-related advisories, including the current note regarding the nearside front ball joint, suggests ongoing wear in the front steering and suspension geometry. With 163,086 miles recorded over approximately 11 years, this vehicle has averaged roughly 14,826 miles per year. This high annual accumulation is typical for a commercial vehicle of this type but indicates substantial wear on high-stress consumables and drivetrain components. The consistent yearly testing interval confirms it has remained in active service, though the mileage suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where major wear-and-tear components are likely to require replacement. Attention should be paid to the front suspension and steering assembly. Given the history of worn ball joints and shock absorber bushes, a test drive should focus on listening for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring. The recurring advisories for offside front tyre wear and previous notes on front brake disc wear necessitate a close inspection of the tyre tread depth and an assessment of pedal feel for any vibration or judder during braking. The 2025 record flagged an oil leak from the engine and deterioration of the exhaust silencer and front mountings. A physical inspection of the engine bay and underbody is required to determine the current extent of the oil leak and the structural integrity of the exhaust system. During the engine run, listen for excessive exhaust noise or vibrations that would indicate the silencer or mountings have further deteriorated since the last recorded advisory.