Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI (2018)
2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI
CarHunch analysed 254 real MOT records for the 2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Volkswagen Crafter CR35 Startline TDI hits the UK average almost exactly, with a 79.8% first-time pass rate against the national 80%—so it's a reliably average performer on the MOT test. Reassuringly, none of the 254 vehicles analysed have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which matters for a commercial-grade diesel van.
At around 100,800 miles median, these Crafters are running typical mileage for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.42 per vehicle suggests the diesel engine and core mechanics are holding up. Before you buy, inspect the suspension and brake wear closely—these are the most common failure points on working vans—and check the full service history, since van maintenance directly impacts resale value and reliability.
What to check before buying a 2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 252 | 79.8% | 0.41 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 83.3% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI vehicles fall between 79,324 and 123,474 miles.
2018 Volkswagen Crafter Cr35 Startline TDI — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 185 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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