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AF51 DZD

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,682 mi
Last recorded48,682 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 DZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 48,682 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 41,915 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 40,181 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,348 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 37,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 34,789 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 32,219 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 32,219 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,612 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 27,485 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 24,177 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 24,177 miles

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

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

head lights have flat beam ie no kickup

Pass 1 Sep 2005 21,572 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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AF51 DZD is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF51 DZD, 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

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What year was AF51 DZD registered?

AF51 DZD is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AF51 DZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 DZD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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