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AO51 ZTJ

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

128,824 mi
Last recorded128,824 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 ZTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 128,824 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 125,180 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 120,304 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 114,778 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 111,395 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 107,105 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 104,592 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 99,948 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 93,486 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 86,287 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 82,309 miles

both front anti roll bar links have slight play

Pass 19 Nov 2014 76,818 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 69,937 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 63,362 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 56,330 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 48,862 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 41,036 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 32,916 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 27,345 miles

two small holes in exhaust cat

Pass 20 Nov 2006 24,560 miles

Exhaust centre section corroded and blowing.

Pass 21 Nov 2005 20,887 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 20,887 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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 ZTJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 ZTJ, 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

How do I check the history of AO51 ZTJ?

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What year was AO51 ZTJ registered?

AO51 ZTJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is AO51 ZTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 ZTJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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