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AE51 XTS

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

186,691 mi
Last recorded186,691 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 XTS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 186,691 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 186,691 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired all front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired all rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake prescribed area is fractured and functionality of the braking system is affected load valve mounting (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2018 177,954 miles

underneath heavily undersealed

Pass 16 Jun 2016 165,555 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside Rear bump stop

Fail 15 Jun 2016 165,554 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside Rear bump stop

Pass 2 Sep 2014 160,287 miles

nearside rear bump stop missing

offside rear bump stop missing

Fail 28 Aug 2014 160,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

nearside rear bump stop missing

offside rear bump stop missing

Pass 29 Apr 2013 150,927 miles

O/S outer mirror casing slightly damaged.

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 May 2012 142,361 miles

O/S driveshaft oil seal damp.

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 May 2011 131,317 miles

Airbag lamp on.

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 May 2010 117,290 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2009 105,995 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 101,590 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 94,999 miles

airbag warning light on

Pass 28 Sep 2006 83,073 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 72,351 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 XTS is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XTS, 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 XTS registered?

AE51 XTS is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is AE51 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 XTS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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