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AE51 CDZ

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,829 mi
Last recorded152,829 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 CDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 152,829 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 152,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 157,744 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 137,768 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 126,576 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 115,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 105,955 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 95,206 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 78,833 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 69,368 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 64,245 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 43,292 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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AE51 CDZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE51 CDZ, 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.

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What year was AE51 CDZ registered?

AE51 CDZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is AE51 CDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 CDZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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