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AD02 FRN

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,398 mi
Last recorded80,398 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 FRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 80,398 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 75,486 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 69,763 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CAT Join has a few small holes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes to the cylinders showing signs of corrosion , swelling etc. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 67,528 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 65,801 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 64,135 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Jun 2019 61,928 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 59,773 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 57,029 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 57,028 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 May 2016 54,299 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 51,960 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 50,115 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 50,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2013 47,791 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 44,280 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 41,861 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 40,017 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 37,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 35,600 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 33,764 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 30,307 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 FRN is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD02 FRN?

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What year was AD02 FRN registered?

AD02 FRN is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is AD02 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FRN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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