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EX51 EOS

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 123,111 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI PD engine is known for check tdi club forums and cross-reference with passat b5-generation faults. 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 EX51 EOS

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,111
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading123,111 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-203,726
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX51 EOS 175k175k175k175k175k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,111 miles
PASS
Mileage326,837 miles
Since last MOT+43,336 miles
PASS
Mileage283,501 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage283,439 miles
Since last MOT+199 miles
FAIL
Mileage283,240 miles
Since last MOT+6,374 miles
PASS
Mileage276,866 miles
Since last MOT+20,980 miles
PASS
Mileage255,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage255,886 miles
Since last MOT+59,874 miles
PASS
Mileage196,012 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,998 miles
Since last MOT+21,193 miles
PASS
Mileage174,805 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).

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Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 EOS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EX51 EOS

What car is EX51 EOS?

EX51 EOS is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.

What is the mileage of EX51 EOS?

The last recorded mileage for EX51 EOS was 123,111 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX51 EOS passed its MOT?

EX51 EOS has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2011.

Is EX51 EOS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX51 EOS 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 EX51 EOS?

EX51 EOS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.