Volkswagen Crafter MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Crafter. Check any Crafter by registration number below.

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79.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.2%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volkswagen Crafter — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Crafter has an average MOT pass rate of 79.5%, which is 6.2 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Crafter on the road.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Crafter fails its MOT are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. If you are preparing your Crafter for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Crafter, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Crafter performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 88 vehicles

98.9%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 3yr

113k mi

2022

Based on 102 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 3yr

Based on 992 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

12.3%

Mileage at 5yr

129k mi

2017

Based on 734 vehicles

81.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

16.5%

Mileage at 5yr

Based on 845 vehicles

74.8%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

22.5%

2010

Based on 1,028 vehicles

69.0%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2009

Based on 703 vehicles

69.4%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

23.4%

2008

Based on 1,204 vehicles

67.0%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

27.0%

2007

Based on 1,247 vehicles

68.3%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

27.1%

2006

Based on 214 vehicles

70.6%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

32.8%

0

Based on 68,620 vehicles

76.8%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

123k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Crafter

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Crafter fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

4.4%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

4.1%

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

2.6%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.6%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

2.6%

Volkswagen Crafter Common Faults & Repair Costs

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Sv Se Navigation Tsi

75.0% pass rate

Volkswagen LT

60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Crafter

Volkswagen Crafter — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Crafter MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Crafter?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Crafter is 79.5% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Crafter?

The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Crafter are: Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (4.4%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (4.1%), Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volkswagen Crafter reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.5%, the Volkswagen Crafter is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Crafter?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Crafter?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Crafter: 112,592 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Crafter to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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