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AE51 ZPF

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

100,557 mi
Last recorded100,557 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 ZPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2012 100,557 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 94,335 miles

Oil leak

front number plate

lower covers fitted

rear discs worn

sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2011 94,335 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Oil leak

front number plate

lower covers fitted

rear discs worn

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2010 82,619 miles

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

lower covers fitted concealing components

Fail 28 Apr 2010 82,619 miles

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

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

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

lower covers fitted concealing components

Pass 29 Apr 2009 70,535 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 70,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 60,342 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 60,342 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 51,021 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 51,021 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 41,176 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AE51 ZPF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 112,604 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 Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 ZPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 ZPF?

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What year was AE51 ZPF registered?

AE51 ZPF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is AE51 ZPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 ZPF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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