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VU51 EFG

2001 Perodua Kenari

Gold Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

52,796 mi
Last recorded52,796 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Perodua Kenari44,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 EFG
MakePerodua
ModelKenari
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 52,796 miles

All four tyres waring on edges

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 44,041 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 44,041 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 35,952 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 35,952 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 28,543 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 28,543 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 27,959 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 27,959 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 26,460 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 26,460 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 25,362 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 20,858 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 18,202 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 18,202 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 11,158 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 11,132 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 10,972 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 10,739 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 10,361 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 10,294 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 10,086 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 10,004 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 9,793 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 8,455 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 5 Dec 2005 7,445 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 7,445 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Perodua Kenari?

Based on 26,232 MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,399
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,981
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,306
Brake pipe excessively corroded 622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 570
Stop lamp not working 453
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 395
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VU51 EFG is a 2001 Perodua Kenari in Gold with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2001 Perodua Kenari models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 44,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,306 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU51 EFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Kenari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Perodua Kenari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU51 EFG registered?

VU51 EFG is a 2001 Perodua Kenari, first registered on 13 December 2001.

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