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AF51 CLX

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

150,325 mi
Last recorded150,325 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 CLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 150,325 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 147,664 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 144,618 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 142,484 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 140,462 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 137,918 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 136,016 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 133,845 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 132,240 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 129,596 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 127,557 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 127,557 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 124,667 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 120,878 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 117,072 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 114,023 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 109,860 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 104,388 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 99,141 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 93,976 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 90,131 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 84,287 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AF51 CLX is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 134,869 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF51 CLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 CLX registered?

AF51 CLX is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is AF51 CLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 CLX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF51 CLX have outstanding finance?

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