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AE51 XNM

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

161,551 mi
Last recorded161,551 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 161,551 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 149,860 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 138,224 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 125,635 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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 14 Feb 2014 125,635 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 14 Feb 2013 115,989 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 106,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 106,794 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 100,031 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 100,031 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 13 Jan 2010 89,587 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 89,587 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 77,778 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 77,778 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 65,940 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 55,505 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 43,759 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 XNM is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 XNM, 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

How do I check the history of AE51 XNM?

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What year was AE51 XNM registered?

AE51 XNM is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is AE51 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 XNM 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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