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AD02 FRT

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,201 mi
Last recorded46,201 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 46,201 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 45,337 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 44,819 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 43,868 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 43,868 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 43,296 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 42,274 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 40,812 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 39,181 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 37,661 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 35,860 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 33,944 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 32,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,038 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 30,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,990 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 25,749 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 23,674 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 21,869 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 20,077 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 18,282 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 FRT is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FRT, 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 FRT registered?

AD02 FRT is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is AD02 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FRT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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