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AD02 FUO

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

164,730 mi
Last recorded164,730 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 164,730 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 158,407 miles

2 x rear shock covers loose

Centre Rear Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake discs worn x4

damage to o/s/f wing

Pass 17 Jan 2014 150,155 miles

Centre Rear Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 150,155 miles

Centre Rear Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 140,309 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 129,885 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 117,816 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 103,427 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 103,427 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 89,474 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 61,962 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 68,485 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 56,449 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 56,449 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 FUO is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FUO, 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 FUO registered?

AD02 FUO is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2002.

Is AD02 FUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FUO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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