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AE51 CFG

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

98,753 mi
Last recorded98,753 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 CFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 98,753 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 94,615 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2015 94,615 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 75,466 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 75,466 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 67,110 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 67,110 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2006 95,457 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 CFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CFG, 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 AE51 CFG registered?

AE51 CFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is AE51 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 CFG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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