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AJ51 HJV

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1984cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1984cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 150,878 miles on the clock, averaging 25,922 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for adr-specific forum data and specialist garage documentation. Common Volkswagen Passat issues include suspension upper control arm links (front multi-link arms) and sunroof drain blockages causing interior water leaks.

MOT & Mileage History for AJ51 HJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,878
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
25,922

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading150,878 miles
Reading date
Miles last year73,778
Average per year25,922
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ51 HJV 30k60k90k121k151k '06'10'08

Check AJ51 HJV

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,878 miles
Since last MOT+73,778 miles
PASS
Mileage77,100 miles
Since last MOT+26,201 miles
PASS
Mileage50,899 miles
Since last MOT+10,571 miles
PASS
Mileage40,328 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,328 miles
Since last MOT+10,247 miles
PASS
Mileage30,081 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (1997–2005), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Suspension upper control arm links (front multi-link arms)

Bushings and ball joints wear out prematurely, leading to play or complete failure. · Typical repair: £200-£400 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2-3 hours at £100/hr indie rate).

Sunroof drain blockages causing interior water leaks

Drains clog with debris, water backs up and floods footwells, soaking modules (convenience module driver side, TCM passenger side). · Typical repair: £100-£300 to clear drains/replace modules; £800+ if full harness needed (estimated).

Rear window regulators

Plastic guides/gears strip or snap, windows drop into door. · Typical repair: £150-£250 per door (aftermarket regulator £50-£80, 1-2 hours labour).

Door latches/locks failing

Mechanisms seize or microswitches fail, causing central locking glitches. · Typical repair: £100-£200 per door (rebuild kit £30-£50, 1 hour labour).

ADR-specific forum data

Specialist garage documentation

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 HJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 HJV

What car is AJ51 HJV?

AJ51 HJV is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AJ51 HJV?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 HJV was 150,878 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 HJV passed its MOT?

AJ51 HJV has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Oct 2010.

Is AJ51 HJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 HJV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ51 HJV?

AJ51 HJV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.