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YP51 YFY

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Green Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGreen
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 204,038 miles on the clock, averaging 11,850 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 YP51 YFY

MOT Status
Due date passed
204,038
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,850

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading204,038 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,850
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YP51 YFY 103k128k154k179k204k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage204,038 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage204,038 miles
Since last MOT+8,932 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,106 miles
Since last MOT+5,841 miles
PASS
Mileage189,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,265 miles
Since last MOT+10,481 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,784 miles
Since last MOT+15,824 miles
PASS
Mileage162,960 miles
Since last MOT+409 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,551 miles
Since last MOT+14,540 miles
PASS
Mileage148,011 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,523 miles
PASS
Mileage141,488 miles
Since last MOT+16,168 miles
PASS
Mileage125,320 miles
Since last MOT+12,981 miles
PASS
Mileage112,339 miles
Since last MOT+9,238 miles
PASS
Mileage103,101 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 YFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YP51 YFY

What car is YP51 YFY?

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

What is the mileage of YP51 YFY?

The last recorded mileage for YP51 YFY was 204,038 miles, recorded on 26 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP51 YFY passed its MOT?

YP51 YFY has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2015.

Is YP51 YFY ULEZ compliant?

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

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