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AD51 FYR

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

123,468 mi
Last recorded123,468 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 FYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 123,468 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mounts (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 111,039 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front top strut mounts worn. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 100,132 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Dec 2023 100,130 miles

Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Both sides top mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 98,545 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 96,783 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust centre-to-rear exhaust sleeve corroded.

Pass 30 Nov 2020 94,980 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 93,202 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 89,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 86,238 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 82,341 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 79,036 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 75,531 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 71,305 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,368 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 61,044 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 56,162 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 51,843 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 46,505 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 41,612 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 41,612 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 35,260 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 29,600 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly.

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 FYR is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FYR, 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

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What year was AD51 FYR registered?

AD51 FYR is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is AD51 FYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 FYR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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