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YP51 GGX

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 143,593 miles on the clock, averaging 6,341 miles per year, below 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 YP51 GGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,593
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,341

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading143,593 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,026
Average per year6,341
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP51 GGX 85k100k114k129k144k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,593 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage139,567 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,564 miles
Since last MOT+3,563 miles
PASS
Mileage136,001 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,987 miles
Since last MOT+4,293 miles
PASS
Mileage131,694 miles
Since last MOT+6,478 miles
PASS
Mileage125,216 miles
Since last MOT+117 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,099 miles
PASS
Mileage181,638 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,632 miles
Since last MOT+27,458 miles
PASS
Mileage154,174 miles
Since last MOT+26,710 miles
PASS
Mileage127,464 miles
Since last MOT+962 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,502 miles
Since last MOT+22,807 miles
PASS
Mileage103,695 miles
Since last MOT+18,608 miles
PASS
Mileage85,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,087 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

RegistrationYP51 GGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YP51 GGX

What car is YP51 GGX?

YP51 GGX is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.

What is the mileage of YP51 GGX?

The last recorded mileage for YP51 GGX was 143,593 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP51 GGX passed its MOT?

YP51 GGX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2015.

Is YP51 GGX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP51 GGX 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 YP51 GGX?

YP51 GGX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.