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AE51 XLT

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

189,234 mi
Last recorded189,234 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 XLT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2013 189,234 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 173,180 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both outer sills corroded

front too rear metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2012 173,180 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both outer sills corroded

front too rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2011 156,104 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 142,339 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 123,123 miles

n/s/f wiper blade burst at bottom

small stone chip front screen zone [a]

Pass 27 Mar 2008 106,067 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 106,065 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 31 May 2007 91,613 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 75,696 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AE51 XLT is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,501 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 XLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 XLT registered?

AE51 XLT is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is AE51 XLT safe to buy?

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