BU51 MWN

2001 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2001
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1984 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 3 February 2021
Last recorded mileage
54,979 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 56/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2001 Volkswagen has 17 MOT tests on record with a 82% pass rate and 54,979 miles. While mileage is consistent, the vehicle's age and past mechanical issues present significant risks.

Mileage is consistent, averaging 6,782 miles/year, with no anomalies or decreases observed in the available MOT history.

Things to check

  • Timing belt failure reported in community knowledge for this 2001 model.
  • Brake hose advisory from Jan 2020 is a recurring issue, indicating a potential underlying problem.
  • The vehicle is currently untaxed and has a 'Not valid' MOT status, requiring immediate attention.
  • The Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars is for a 2017 model, not this 2001 Caddy.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 6,782 miles/year, indicating regular use.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the MOT history.
  • The single MOT failure in 2020 was immediately rectified, showing prompt owner action.
  • The vehicle has a valid MOT until 2021-02-03, despite current status.

Mileage history

Aug 2006: 54,979 mi PASSAug 2007: 56,683 mi PASSFeb 2009: 58,423 mi PASSFeb 2010: 66,591 mi PASSFeb 2011: 76,617 mi FAILFeb 2011: 76,617 mi PASSFeb 2012: 84,635 mi PASSJan 2013: 90,607 mi FAILJan 2013: 90,607 mi PASSFeb 2014: 98,782 mi PASSFeb 2015: 105,603 mi PASSJan 2016: 114,997 mi PASSJan 2017: 121,879 mi PASSApr 2018: 123,593 mi PASSFeb 2019: 125,092 mi PASSJan 2020: 129,470 mi FAILJan 2020: 129,470 mi PASS129k92k55kAug 2006Jan 2020

MOT test history — 14/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Aug 2006 PASS 54,979 mi None recorded
Aug 2007 PASS 56,683 mi None recorded
Feb 2009 PASS 58,423 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Feb 2010 PASS 66,591 mi
USER ENTERED Play both rear wheel bearings
Feb 2011 FAIL 76,617 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
FAIL Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Feb 2011 PASS 76,617 mi None recorded
Feb 2012 PASS 84,635 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
USER ENTERED engine management light on
USER ENTERED o/s/f inner drve shaft gaiter split
Jan 2013 FAIL 90,607 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Jan 2013 PASS 90,607 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Feb 2014 PASS 98,782 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Feb 2015 PASS 105,603 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Jan 2016 PASS 114,997 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Jan 2017 PASS 121,879 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding on edges (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
ADVISORY drivers door outer moulding coming off
Apr 2018 PASS 123,593 mi
ADVISORY Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread border line (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY both sides --- door mouldings coming off
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded compensator to hose (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
Feb 2019 PASS 125,092 mi
ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Jan 2020 FAIL 129,470 mi
PRS Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
PRS Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Jan 2020 PASS 129,470 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Want the full report on BU51 MWN?

Live valuation, running costs, negotiation points and seller questions — free, in 60 seconds.

Run a free live check →

About this page

This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU51 MWN, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.