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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi. Check any Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi by registration number below.

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90.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.7%

vs Volkswagen Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 90.3%, which is 4.7 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. If you are preparing your Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi 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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi, 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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 162 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

7.4%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

2020

Based on 399 vehicles

89.5%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

7.3%

Mileage at 3yr

86k mi

2019

Based on 114 vehicles

89.5%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

9.8%

Mileage at 3yr

67k mi

Mileage at 5yr

118k mi

2018

Based on 101 vehicles

97.0%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

2.9%

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

0

Based on 4,958 vehicles

83.1%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.3%
2

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

2.5%
Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

4.3%

Front Nearside

2.5%

Rear Offside

1.9%

Other Volkswagen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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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

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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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi

Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi is 90.3% 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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.3%), Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.3%, the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi is rated as "Excellent" 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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi?
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 Cr35 Trendline Tdi?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi: 55,066 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Crafter Cr35 Trendline Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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