2015 Volkswagen Crafter CR30 TDI 109 SWB Heavy oil · XUI 9687

The most recent MOT on 16 April 2025 was a clean pass with no recorded defects, following a similar result on 18 April 2024. The only irregularity in the five‑year record is the failure logged on 4 April 2024, which did not list any specific fault; this suggests an administrative or paperwork issue rather than a mechanical problem. Overall the vehicle shows a stable maintenance pattern, with four successful passes and no recurring advisories, indicating that any required service work has been kept up to date. At 149,036 miles the 2015 Crafter has accumulated roughly 13,500 miles per annum, a figure that sits above the average for a light commercial van of its age. The mileage suggests a relatively high utilisation rate, which will have accelerated wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyre tread, suspension bushings and engine oil. There are no obvious gaps in the recorded mileage, so the vehicle appears to have been in regular use rather than stored for long periods, meaning that age‑related degradation (rubber perishing, corrosion) will be compounded by the mileage load. For a prospective buyer the primary focus should be on the condition of the suspension and steering components. With over 149,000 miles the front coil springs, shock absorbers and ball‑joint bushes are likely to be showing fatigue; a test‑drive should reveal any clunking or excessive bounce when negotiating bumps, and a visual inspection should look for cracked or leaking shock bodies and worn rubber mounts. The braking system will also be nearing the end of its service life – inspect the thickness of the front discs for scoring or excessive rust, verify that the pads have sufficient material, and listen for any shudder or pulsation under moderate braking, which can indicate warped discs or binding calipers. Given the vehicle’s age, time‑based checks are equally important. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or uneven wear that may not be obvious from tread depth alone, as ageing rubber can fail even on relatively low‑wear tyres. Verify the health of the 12‑volt battery, especially if the van has been idle for any length of time, and consider a load test. Check that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and transmission oil – are topped up and appear clear; fluid degradation can occur regardless of mileage and may necessitate a complete change if service stamps are missing. Finally, confirm that the diesel particulate filter (DPF) has been regenerated recently and that the service book shows regular oil changes and timing‑belt or chain inspections, as these are critical to the long‑term reliability of a high‑mileage TDI engine.