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AJ51 HNF

2001 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

185,244 mi
Last recorded185,244 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 HNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 185,244 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 185,243 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 175,183 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 168,303 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 155,970 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak on engine

Pass 12 Mar 2014 144,103 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 134,521 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 130,069 miles

air bag light on

blue smoke from exhaust

ehaust corroded [centre silencer]

front number plate cracked

Pass 16 May 2011 126,427 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 122,152 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 115,035 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 105,311 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 92,615 miles

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

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

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 HNF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HNF, 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 HNF registered?

AJ51 HNF is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is AJ51 HNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ51 HNF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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