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AO51 AFJ

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

61,032 mi
Last recorded61,032 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 AFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 61,032 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 55,843 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush perished. Both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 48,847 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 46,487 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 46,487 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 46,002 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 45,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread registration plate delaminated (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers started to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 45,666 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread registration plate delaminated (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 45,416 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 44,102 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 43,003 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 40,498 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 38,691 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 36,318 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 34,978 miles

exhaust corroded

rear inner brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2010 33,270 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 33,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre has splits on sidewall

Pass 8 Sep 2009 29,689 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

wiperblades worn

Pass 19 Sep 2008 25,732 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 22,001 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 22,001 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 18,873 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AO51 AFJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 134,869 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 AFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 AFJ registered?

AO51 AFJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is AO51 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 AFJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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