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AK51 JEU

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,171 mi
Last recorded159,171 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 JEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 159,171 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 148,742 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 139,457 miles

Both front tyres tread close to limit.

NSF and OSF flexi brake hoses deteriorated.

NSF brake binding slightly.

NSF brake pads low.

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 139,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres tread close to limit.

NSF and OSF flexi brake hoses deteriorated.

NSF brake binding slightly.

NSF brake pads low.

NSR tyre tread low.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 120,236 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 99,725 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2009 99,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 81,324 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 66,023 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 66,023 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 55,408 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 55,408 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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AK51 JEU 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 66.7%.

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 AK51 JEU, 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 AK51 JEU?

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What year was AK51 JEU registered?

AK51 JEU is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is AK51 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 JEU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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