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AE51 YEX

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,352 mi
Last recorded127,352 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 127,352 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 123,735 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 123,735 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 118,814 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 118,814 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 112,889 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 112,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

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

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

offside rear brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand,further investigation recommended.

Pass 14 Jul 2015 105,827 miles

o/s/f c/bv boot slight seapage

Fail 14 Jul 2015 105,827 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/f c/bv boot slight seapage

Pass 24 Jun 2014 99,243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight seepage from o/s/f cv boot

Pass 16 Apr 2013 93,591 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 89,931 miles

n/s/f door mirror cover loose

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

slight play in o/s/f steering rack end

Pass 21 Apr 2011 84,293 miles

advise nearside & offside rear axle bushers

Fail 15 Apr 2011 84,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

advise nearside & offside rear axle bushers

Pass 16 Dec 2009 73,530 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

temp gauge not working

Pass 19 Dec 2008 65,217 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2008 65,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 52,802 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 YEX is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YEX, 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

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What year was AE51 YEX registered?

AE51 YEX is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is AE51 YEX safe to buy?

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