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PO51 EVJ

2001 Volkswagen Multivan

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

80,766 mi
Last recorded80,766 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Multivan159,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 EVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 80,766 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 77,744 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 75,876 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 74,634 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 72,140 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 70,344 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 70,337 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 68,552 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 68,234 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 68,233 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.1 plate limit 1.1 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 60,071 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 64,723 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 63,405 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 63,405 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating high level (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 60,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 59,256 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wiper blades split

Fail 30 Jun 2014 59,256 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wiper blades split

Pass 10 Jul 2013 58,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 16 Jul 2012 56,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 56,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 54,591 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,429 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 48,901 miles

damage to os and n/s/f tyres

Pass 13 Aug 2008 48,535 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 41,877 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 35,589 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 29,114 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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PO51 EVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Multivan in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 159,488 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO51 EVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PO51 EVJ registered?

PO51 EVJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is PO51 EVJ safe to buy?

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