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AE51 CBY

2001 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

99,242 mi
Last recorded99,242 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Polo66,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 CBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 99,242 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine light on

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 99,242 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine light on

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 97,173 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 33,585 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

engine management warning light on

Fail 24 Nov 2021 33,585 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working offside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

engine management warning light on

Pass 28 Nov 2020 32,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 29,183 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 1 Jun 2019 29,183 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 24,007 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 20,750 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 19,002 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 19,002 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 18,994 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 18,987 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 18,832 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 18,612 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,052 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 17,621 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 17,317 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 17,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,822 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 16,283 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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AE51 CBY is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 66,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 CBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 CBY registered?

AE51 CBY is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is AE51 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 CBY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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