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01-D-51172

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,451 mi
Last recorded29,451 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration01-D-51172
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2006 29,451 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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01-D-51172 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 94,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 01-D-51172, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 01-D-51172?

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What year was 01-D-51172 registered?

01-D-51172 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is 01-D-51172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 01-D-51172 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 01-D-51172 have outstanding finance?

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