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DK51 ATU

2001 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2459cc

White Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 69,930 miles on the clock, averaging 2,122 miles per year, well below 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 DK51 ATU

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,930
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,122

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,930 miles
Reading date
Miles last year358
Average per year2,122
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DK51 ATU 31k40k50k60k70k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,930 miles
Since last MOT+358 miles
PASS
Mileage69,572 miles
Since last MOT+781 miles
PASS
Mileage68,791 miles
Since last MOT+728 miles
PASS
Mileage68,063 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage66,600 miles
Since last MOT+458 miles
PASS
Mileage66,142 miles
Since last MOT+1,125 miles
PASS
Mileage65,017 miles
Since last MOT+1,642 miles
PASS
Mileage63,375 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
PASS
Mileage63,188 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,187 miles
Since last MOT+3,305 miles
PASS
Mileage59,882 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,882 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage56,105 miles
Since last MOT+3,797 miles
PASS
Mileage52,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,686 miles
PASS
Mileage48,622 miles
Since last MOT+3,286 miles
PASS
Mileage45,336 miles
Since last MOT+2,993 miles
PASS
Mileage42,343 miles
Since last MOT+2,869 miles
PASS
Mileage39,474 miles
Since last MOT+1,725 miles
PASS
Mileage37,749 miles
Since last MOT+5,854 miles
PASS
Mileage31,895 miles
Since last MOT+1,345 miles
PASS
Mileage30,550 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

RegistrationDK51 ATU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2459cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeDK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About DK51 ATU

What car is DK51 ATU?

DK51 ATU is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2459cc). First registered in Chester in 2001.

What is the mileage of DK51 ATU?

The last recorded mileage for DK51 ATU was 69,930 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DK51 ATU passed its MOT?

DK51 ATU has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2025.

Is DK51 ATU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK51 ATU 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 DK51 ATU?

DK51 ATU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.