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AD02 FRP

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,598 mi
Last recorded67,598 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 67,598 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 59,605 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 53,710 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 53,710 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 47,724 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre sidewall slight damage

Pass 30 Dec 2014 47,592 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 44,123 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 40,286 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre featherd

Pass 17 Oct 2011 37,900 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 35,488 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 35,488 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Dec 2008 32,345 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 32,345 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 25,565 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 21,139 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 21,139 miles

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

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 FRP is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FRP, 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 FRP?

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What year was AD02 FRP registered?

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

Is AD02 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FRP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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