Official DVLA Record

2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · BT51 AXJ

BT51 AXJ

2001 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/10/2001. Recorded mileage 126,641 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2001 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/09/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
126,641 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/09/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2001
Engine
1896cc

BT51 AXJ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/09/2023
  • 126,641 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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BT51 AXJ Mileage History

  1. 10/01/2022126,311 mi
  2. 10/01/2022126,311 mi
  3. 08/09/2023126,041 mi-270 mi
  4. 13/09/2023126,641 mi+600 mi

Average of roughly 197 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

BT51 AXJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 09:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Golf (BT51 AXJ) between January 2022 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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