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AD51 FPL

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,386 mi
Last recorded81,386 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 FPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 81,386 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 81,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 77,685 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 73,998 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 70,178 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 67,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 65,684 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 64,017 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 60,234 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 57,146 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 54,112 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 51,385 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 48,227 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 45,898 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 43,421 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 43,421 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 41,562 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 39,384 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 36,807 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,454 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,307 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 24,626 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AD51 FPL is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 94,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 FPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD51 FPL?

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What year was AD51 FPL registered?

AD51 FPL is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is AD51 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 FPL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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