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AE51 DZU

2001 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,246 mi
Last recorded105,246 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Polo66,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 105,246 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 92,515 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 92,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 87,442 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 87,439 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 83,925 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 83,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 83,458 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 83,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 75,940 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 70,392 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 64,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2014 64,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Aug 2013 58,141 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 51,348 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 51,348 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 44,835 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 40,993 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,398 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Aug 2008 34,003 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 30,874 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 28,148 miles

exhaust rear section corroded

front brake discs corroded on inside edge

o/s/r tyre on 2.5mm and perished

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 DZU is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DZU, 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 DZU registered?

AE51 DZU is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is AE51 DZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 DZU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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