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AD02 FRO

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

111,556 mi
Last recorded111,556 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 FRO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 111,556 miles

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 111,467 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 111,161 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 110,824 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 110,403 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2022 110,399 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 109,762 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated at brake caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside front shock absorber top mount has play but not excessive

Pass 18 Jun 2020 108,887 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 107,683 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 105,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 May 2017 103,229 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 100,775 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 96,713 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 91,817 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 86,684 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 81,274 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 75,595 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 71,102 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 64,930 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 58,436 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 50,708 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 42,878 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 FRO is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FRO, 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

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What year was AD02 FRO registered?

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

Is AD02 FRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FRO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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