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AE51 XYG

2001 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

152,237 mi
Last recorded152,237 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 XYG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 152,237 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 152,176 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 152,111 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 151,149 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 146,851 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 142,594 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 138,290 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 134,553 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 131,308 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 127,609 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 124,674 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 120,153 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 116,083 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 113,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Fail 13 Dec 2011 113,598 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 19 Nov 2010 104,554 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 92,550 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 72,121 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 72,121 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 58,881 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 50,522 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 XYG is a 2001 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XYG, 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 XYG registered?

AE51 XYG is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is AE51 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 XYG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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