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AO51 GEJ

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

251,242 mi
Last recorded251,242 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 GEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 251,242 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2016 250,105 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 249,203 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 248,099 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 246,543 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 245,159 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 221,652 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 221,652 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 195,602 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 195,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brake discs large wear ridge.

Pass 3 Aug 2009 170,876 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 147,464 miles

tears in both front wiper blades.

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Sep 2008 147,464 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

tears in both front wiper blades.

Pass 30 Aug 2007 121,066 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 120,908 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 97,315 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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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AO51 GEJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AO51 GEJ, 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 AO51 GEJ registered?

AO51 GEJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is AO51 GEJ safe to buy?

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