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EY51 FYH

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1781cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1781cc
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 1781cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 95,174 miles on the clock, averaging 3,271 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8T engine is known for 1. ignition coil pack failures and 2. timing belt & tensioner wear. 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 EY51 FYH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
95,174
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
87%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,271

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading95,174 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,314
Average per year3,271
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EY51 FYH 27k44k61k78k95k '05'26'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,174 miles
Since last MOT+2,314 miles
PASS
Mileage92,860 miles
Since last MOT+2,838 miles
PASS
Mileage90,022 miles
Since last MOT+3,412 miles
PASS
Mileage86,610 miles
Since last MOT+346 miles
PASS
Mileage86,264 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,263 miles
Since last MOT+806 miles
PASS
Mileage85,457 miles
Since last MOT+801 miles
PASS
Mileage84,656 miles
Since last MOT+2,023 miles
PASS
Mileage82,633 miles
Since last MOT+1,940 miles
PASS
Mileage80,693 miles
Since last MOT+2,534 miles
PASS
Mileage78,159 miles
Since last MOT+3,250 miles
PASS
Mileage74,909 miles
Since last MOT+4,009 miles
PASS
Mileage70,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,044 miles
PASS
Mileage67,856 miles
Since last MOT+3,207 miles
PASS
Mileage64,649 miles
Since last MOT+4,548 miles
PASS
Mileage60,101 miles
Since last MOT+4,000 miles
PASS
Mileage56,101 miles
Since last MOT+5,705 miles
PASS
Mileage50,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,396 miles
Since last MOT+5,315 miles
PASS
Mileage45,081 miles
Since last MOT+4,947 miles
PASS
Mileage40,134 miles
Since last MOT+6,708 miles
PASS
Mileage33,426 miles
Since last MOT+5,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,454 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).

1. Ignition Coil Pack Failures

2. Timing Belt & Tensioner Wear

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY51 FYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1781cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EY51 FYH

What car is EY51 FYH?

EY51 FYH is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.

What is the mileage of EY51 FYH?

The last recorded mileage for EY51 FYH was 95,174 miles, recorded on 13 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY51 FYH passed its MOT?

EY51 FYH has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2026.

Is EY51 FYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY51 FYH 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 EY51 FYH?

EY51 FYH is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.