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LF51 AGU

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 175,055 miles on the clock, averaging 11,497 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. 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 LF51 AGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,055
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
11,497

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading175,055 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,497
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LF51 AGU 106k123k141k158k175k '06'12'09

Check LF51 AGU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,055 miles
Since last MOT+17,757 miles
PASS
Mileage157,298 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,297 miles
Since last MOT+15,535 miles
PASS
Mileage141,762 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage132,742 miles
Since last MOT+391 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,351 miles
Since last MOT+8,471 miles
PASS
Mileage123,880 miles
Since last MOT+8,753 miles
PASS
Mileage115,127 miles
Since last MOT+142 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,985 miles
Since last MOT+8,801 miles
PASS
Mileage106,184 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

RegistrationLF51 AGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LF51 AGU

What car is LF51 AGU?

LF51 AGU is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.

What is the mileage of LF51 AGU?

The last recorded mileage for LF51 AGU was 175,055 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF51 AGU passed its MOT?

LF51 AGU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2012.

Is LF51 AGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 AGU 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 LF51 AGU?

LF51 AGU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.