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AO51 ZTD

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,057 mi
Last recorded27,057 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 ZTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 27,057 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 26,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 26,214 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer one of two jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 25,830 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front one of two washer jets not working but sufficient fluid to clear screen

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 25,351 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

unable to open tailgate

Pass 24 Aug 2020 24,654 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 23,733 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,713 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 22,331 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 21,683 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 21,572 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 21,572 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 21,266 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 20,880 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 20,879 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 ZTD is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ZTD, 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.

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What year was AO51 ZTD registered?

AO51 ZTD is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is AO51 ZTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 ZTD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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