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AE51 WBT

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

92,444 mi
Last recorded92,444 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 WBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 92,444 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80/14 (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine wet with oil

tested in wet conditions

Fail 17 May 2017 92,417 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

tested in wet conditions

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80/14 (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine wet with oil

Pass 18 May 2016 77,881 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 74,392 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 71,549 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 71,549 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 Apr 2013 67,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 67,694 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 63,667 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 63,667 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 59,365 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 55,364 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 49,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 49,840 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 44,069 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 38,561 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 36,175 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AE51 WBT is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 94,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 WBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 WBT?

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What year was AE51 WBT registered?

AE51 WBT is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is AE51 WBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 WBT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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