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AE51 CDX

2001 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,253 mi
Last recorded88,253 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Polo66,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 CDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 88,253 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 77,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front wipers clear screen but torn at tips

full exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre cracking/splitting or perishing

Fail 1 Oct 2013 77,278 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

***wiper blades to be checked at re-test when screen wash is working(both look split)***

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

full exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre cracking/splitting or perishing

Pass 24 Sep 2012 60,876 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear tyre sevearly perished... Advise replacement ASAP.

Fail 24 Sep 2012 60,876 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear tyre sevearly perished... Advise replacement ASAP.

Pass 15 Aug 2011 51,537 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 47,570 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,852 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 40,132 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 36,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 36,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 29,642 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 23,742 miles

rear silencer corroded

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 CDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CDX, 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 CDX registered?

AE51 CDX is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is AE51 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 CDX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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