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AJ51 BXW

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,992 mi
Last recorded135,992 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 BXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 135,992 miles

Front tyres cracking on side walls

Off side rear tyre cracking on side walls

Fail 9 Jul 2014 135,992 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front tyres cracking on side walls

Off side rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 8 Jul 2013 135,014 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 135,014 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 134,214 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 133,175 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 132,073 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 131,164 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 129,977 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 111,639 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 111,487 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 98,027 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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AJ51 BXW is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ51 BXW, 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.

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What year was AJ51 BXW registered?

AJ51 BXW is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is AJ51 BXW safe to buy?

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