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PY51 LLG

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,244 miles on the clock, averaging 12,204 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 PY51 LLG

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
12,204

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,244 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,511
Average per year12,204
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PY51 LLG 40k71k102k132k163k '05'16'09

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,244 miles
Since last MOT+11,511 miles
PASS
Mileage151,733 miles
Since last MOT+11,979 miles
PASS
Mileage139,754 miles
Since last MOT+11,665 miles
PASS
Mileage128,089 miles
Since last MOT+10,863 miles
PASS
Mileage117,226 miles
Since last MOT+6,781 miles
PASS
Mileage110,445 miles
Since last MOT+9,400 miles
PASS
Mileage101,045 miles
Since last MOT+14,113 miles
PASS
Mileage86,932 miles
Since last MOT+418 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,514 miles
Since last MOT+17,088 miles
PASS
Mileage69,426 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,372 miles
Since last MOT+15,024 miles
PASS
Mileage54,348 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,348 miles
Since last MOT+14,154 miles
PASS
Mileage40,194 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,185 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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY51 LLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About PY51 LLG

What car is PY51 LLG?

PY51 LLG is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2001.

What is the mileage of PY51 LLG?

The last recorded mileage for PY51 LLG was 163,244 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY51 LLG passed its MOT?

PY51 LLG has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2016.

Is PY51 LLG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY51 LLG 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 PY51 LLG?

PY51 LLG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.