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BN51 FMX

2001 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourRed
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 2461cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 203,621 miles on the clock, averaging 8,797 miles per year, around 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 BN51 FMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
203,621
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,797

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading203,621 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29
Average per year8,797
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BN51 FMX 154k167k179k191k204k '06'11'10

Check BN51 FMX

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage203,621 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage203,592 miles
Since last MOT+6,399 miles
PASS
Mileage197,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage197,193 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage189,711 miles
Since last MOT+8,913 miles
PASS
Mileage180,798 miles
Since last MOT+13,836 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,962 miles
Since last MOT+12,512 miles
PASS
Mileage154,450 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

RegistrationBN51 FMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BN51 FMX

What car is BN51 FMX?

BN51 FMX is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of BN51 FMX?

The last recorded mileage for BN51 FMX was 203,621 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN51 FMX passed its MOT?

BN51 FMX has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2011.

Is BN51 FMX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 FMX 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 BN51 FMX?

BN51 FMX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.