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AP51 EJE

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,167 mi
Last recorded100,167 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 EJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2011 100,167 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 100,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 93,020 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 85,566 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 80,830 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 75,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 70,383 miles

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

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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AP51 EJE is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AP51 EJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AP51 EJE?

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What year was AP51 EJE registered?

AP51 EJE is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is AP51 EJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 EJE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP51 EJE have outstanding finance?

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