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GJ51 AAY

2001 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

205,273 mi
Last recorded205,273 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2010
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lt125,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 AAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2010 205,273 miles

uplift in lower ball joints

windscreen damage

parking brake efficiency just passes

battery loose

diff noisey

exhaust condition

hub seal leaking

o/s/r lense condition

oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2009 190,264 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 190,102 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Advise,both side mirrors loose,windscreen chipped,front number plate deteriating,oil leak,o\s\r light unit cracked.chip o\s\r tyre.

Fail 14 Oct 2008 150,209 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

frotn and rear number paltes deteriating

n/s/r flexi brake hose perishing

slight play in both front anti-roll bar bushes

spare wheel missing

vehicle running on gas

Pass 14 Oct 2008 150,209 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

frotn and rear number paltes deteriating

n/s/r flexi brake hose perishing

slight play in both front anti-roll bar bushes

spare wheel missing

vehicle running on gas

Pass 17 Oct 2007 124,950 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 124,950 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 110,441 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 110,430 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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GJ51 AAY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 125,626 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ51 AAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ51 AAY registered?

GJ51 AAY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GJ51 AAY safe to buy?

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