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AE51 VXR

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

147,089 mi
Last recorded147,089 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 147,089 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Mar 2017 146,988 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Feb 2016 142,312 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 142,308 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 137,313 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 131,635 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 131,370 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 125,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 119,586 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 119,581 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear 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 26 Apr 2011 111,694 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 111,694 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

front brake flexi hoses are cracked

middle section of exhaust is badly corroded

n/s front tyre is worn to 3mm

n/s rear indicator is faded

wiper blades are smearing advise replacement

Pass 12 Apr 2010 101,491 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 101,491 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake discs are worn

handbrake needs ajusting

middle and rear sections of exhaust system are corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2009 92,150 miles

n/s rear tyre is worn to 2mm others to 3mm advise replacement

n/s rear wheel trim is missing

Fail 21 Apr 2009 92,150 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s rear tyre is worn to 2mm others to 3mm advise replacement

n/s rear wheel trim is missing

Pass 29 Apr 2008 81,610 miles

both outer cv boots slight cracking to them

corrossion to exhaust

front number plate distorting

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2007 74,552 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 61,415 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)

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 VXR 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 63.2%.

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

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 VXR, 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.

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What year was AE51 VXR registered?

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

Is AE51 VXR safe to buy?

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