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AE51 VTF

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

82,164 mi
Last recorded82,164 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 82,164 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 80,323 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 74,962 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Dec 2022 67,887 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe connectors corroded but not leaking (near fuel tank) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Fail 10 Dec 2022 67,887 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe connectors corroded but not leaking (near fuel tank) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 2 Dec 2021 62,552 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

various suspension components corroded but ok at test

Pass 14 Dec 2020 59,225 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both front brake discs slightly corroded

both rear shock absorber dust covers broken

suspension components corroding

Pass 15 Nov 2017 59,018 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 57,806 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 56,358 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 53,651 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 49,013 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 44,389 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 38,829 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 36,950 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 34,570 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 31,234 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 28,435 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 26,506 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AE51 VTF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 112,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 VTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 VTF?

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What year was AE51 VTF registered?

AE51 VTF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is AE51 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VTF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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