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AE51 VVY

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,221 mi
Last recorded110,221 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2016 110,221 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust flexi deteriorating

Pass 23 Apr 2015 95,088 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

headlamp lenses slight deterioration

ns and os headlamp aims set to lower limits

oil on minimum at start of test

Pass 11 Apr 2014 85,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 81,496 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 77,730 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 73,327 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 69,873 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 69,873 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 65,423 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 62,144 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 54,521 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 46,045 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 34,980 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 VVY is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VVY, 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 VVY?

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What year was AE51 VVY registered?

AE51 VVY is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is AE51 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VVY shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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