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AK51 ZLX

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

165,053 mi
Last recorded165,053 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 ZLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 165,053 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 132,117 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 108,875 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2015 102,223 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 95,972 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 91,573 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r tyre out of shape

Fail 12 Oct 2013 91,560 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f flexable brake hose have small cracks pressent

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

o/s/f flexable brake hose have small cracks pressent

slight play on c link arm on n/s/f

slight play on c link arm on o/s/f

Fail 13 Oct 2012 87,563 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f & o/s/f brake hoses cracking

Pass 13 Oct 2012 87,563 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f brake hoses cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2011 80,737 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 74,777 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 2009 67,265 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 61,119 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 54,013 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 53,860 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 46,058 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 40,891 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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AK51 ZLX is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AK51 ZLX, 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 AK51 ZLX registered?

AK51 ZLX is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 October 2001.

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