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AP51 BYJ

2001 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

114,886 mi
Last recorded114,886 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Transporter134,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 BYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 114,886 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 108,259 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 104,925 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc rusty scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 104,925 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc rusty scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 102,160 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 102,126 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 94,177 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front

Fail 14 Feb 2022 94,177 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front

Pass 9 Feb 2021 84,717 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 78,755 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 72,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 72,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 69,263 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 61,395 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 61,321 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at hanger after kat. (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 56,226 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 50,688 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 50,688 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 46,318 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 43,960 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 41,433 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 41,433 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 38,875 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 38,875 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 36,081 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 33,984 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 31,507 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 28,078 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 24,597 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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AP51 BYJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 AP51 BYJ, 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 AP51 BYJ registered?

AP51 BYJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is AP51 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 BYJ shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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