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AP51 KVO

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

185,639 mi
Last recorded185,639 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 KVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 185,639 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 175,645 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 168,780 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 159,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 151,489 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 147,927 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 147,927 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 143,362 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 138,595 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 133,329 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 123,785 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 115,835 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2008 106,411 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 101,500 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 89,409 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 71,035 miles

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 KVO 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 93.8%.

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 KVO, 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 AP51 KVO registered?

AP51 KVO is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is AP51 KVO safe to buy?

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