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A13 KBW

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,661 mi
Last recorded53,661 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 KBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 53,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2025 52,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2025 52,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 51,980 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 51,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 50,172 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 47,619 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 46,302 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 45,952 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2018 45,591 miles

front wiper blades split

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2017 45,136 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 44,638 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 44,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 43,341 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 43,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 41,444 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 38,431 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 36,979 miles

air bag warning light on

Pass 10 Feb 2011 36,092 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 36,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 34,761 miles

Passenger side front wishbone rear bush split,no excessive plat at present.

Pass 6 Feb 2009 31,772 miles

Free play felt at steering wheel not exceeding 13mm.

Fail 5 Feb 2009 31,772 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Free play felt at steering wheel not exceeding 13mm.

Pass 8 Feb 2008 28,849 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 26,044 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 26,044 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 21,804 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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A13 KBW is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 95,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 KBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A13 KBW is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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