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A16 CVB

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

164,859 mi
Last recorded164,859 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 CVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 164,859 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 163,956 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 162,705 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 160,835 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 156,877 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 153,556 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 148,207 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 144,582 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 144,581 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 135,389 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 121,451 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 111,768 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 101,281 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 92,742 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 84,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 75,383 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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A16 CVB is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A16 CVB, 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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What year was A16 CVB registered?

A16 CVB is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is A16 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 CVB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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