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AD02 CDV

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,759 mi
Last recorded79,759 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 CDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 79,759 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 71,428 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2025 71,428 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 61,095 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 54,242 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 54,242 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 48,251 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 35,999 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Dec 2020 35,999 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2019 27,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 27,028 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 27,028 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 26,873 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 26,402 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 25,639 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 25,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,030 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 24,423 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,871 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,011 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 22,056 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,142 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 21,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,950 miles

off side front tyre outer wall slight damage

Pass 20 Mar 2007 18,613 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 17,522 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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AD02 CDV is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AD02 CDV, 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 AD02 CDV registered?

AD02 CDV is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is AD02 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 CDV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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