DVLA verified
MOT valid

2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF1.8L Petrol

DU51 ACY

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2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — Petrol, 1781cc. This vehicle has 131,660 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 31/10/2026
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
1781cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a highly stable maintenance profile with a consistent record of clean passes. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 131,660 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a continuous sequence of successful inspections dating back to at least 2021, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a reliable state of repair without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation appearing on the official record. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2001 model, averaging approximately 5,266 miles per year. Between the October 2021 test at 122,316 miles and the October 2025 test at 131,660 miles, the car covered fewer than 10,000 miles over a four-year period. This pattern indicates infrequent use, which often correlates with less wear on drivetrain components and braking systems. However, such low annual mileage can sometimes lead to secondary issues like perished rubber seals or seized components from long periods of inactivity. While the MOT history shows no flagged issues with suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake corrosion, a physical inspection remains necessary to verify the condition of age-sensitive components. A buyer should specifically examine the underside for structural rust and check the condition of all rubber hoses and belts, as these can degrade due to age regardless of low mileage. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the vehicle appears to have escaped the typical pattern of worsening consumable wear, but verifying the integrity of the braking system and tyre age is a prudent final step.

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Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Salvage
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Imported
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Scrapped
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Destruction
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a highly stable maintenance profile with a consistent record of clean passes. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 131,660 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a continuous sequence of successful inspections dating back to at least 2021, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a reliable state of repair without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation appearing on the official record. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2001 model, averaging approximately 5,266 miles per year. Between the October 2021 test at 122,316 miles and the October 2025 test at 131,660 miles, the car covered fewer than 10,000 miles over a four-year period. This pattern indicates infrequent use, which often correlates with less wear on drivetrain components and braking systems. However, such low annual mileage can sometimes lead to secondary issues like perished rubber seals or seized components from long periods of inactivity. While the MOT history shows no flagged issues with suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake corrosion, a physical inspection remains necessary to verify the condition of age-sensitive components. A buyer should specifically examine the underside for structural rust and check the condition of all rubber hoses and belts, as these can degrade due to age regardless of low mileage. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the vehicle appears to have escaped the typical pattern of worsening consumable wear, but verifying the integrity of the braking system and tyre age is a prudent final step.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2001 Volkswagen Golf (DU51 ACY), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2021 to October 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Volkswagen has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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