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AP51 BYU

2001 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2459cc

White Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine2459cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 Transporter Diesel 2459cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 310,001 miles on the clock, averaging 29,380 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.

MOT & Mileage History for AP51 BYU

MOT Status
Due date passed
310,001
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
29,380

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading310,001 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year29,380
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP51 BYU 134k178k222k266k310k '05'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage310,001 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage309,995 miles
Since last MOT+21,792 miles
PASS
Mileage288,203 miles
Since last MOT+252 miles
FAIL
Mileage287,951 miles
Since last MOT+26,056 miles
PASS
Mileage261,895 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage261,895 miles
Since last MOT+31,905 miles
PASS
Mileage229,990 miles
Since last MOT+29,036 miles
FAIL
Mileage200,954 miles
Since last MOT+34,330 miles
PASS
Mileage166,624 miles
Since last MOT+32,944 miles
PASS
Mileage133,680 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,680 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Identified Faults

EGR valve carbon buildup

Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 BYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2459cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 BYU

What car is AP51 BYU?

AP51 BYU is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2459cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AP51 BYU?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 BYU was 310,001 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 BYU passed its MOT?

AP51 BYU has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2011.

Is AP51 BYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 BYU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP51 BYU?

AP51 BYU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.