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AE51 LYF

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

238,452 mi
Last recorded238,452 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 LYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 238,452 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2023 238,452 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2022 228,399 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 214,352 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s pipes on rear suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 214,352 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s pipes on rear suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working wiring fault (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 202,825 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 202,825 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 193,537 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 193,537 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn replace (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt replace (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 181,837 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 170,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front tyre outer edge scrubbed

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 170,833 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front tyre outer edge scrubbed

Pass 5 Dec 2016 162,610 miles

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit

Both steering rack gaiters starting to perish

Fail 5 Dec 2016 162,610 miles

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit

Both steering rack gaiters starting to perish

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 150,988 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 141,800 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 133,200 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 133,200 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 120,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 107,418 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 90,772 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 78,173 miles

Non standard centre section on exhaust

Fail 5 Mar 2009 78,173 miles

Non standard centre section on exhaust

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 65,642 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 65,641 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 51,022 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 50,791 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 35,630 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AE51 LYF is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 134,869 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 Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 LYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 LYF registered?

AE51 LYF is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AE51 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 LYF shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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