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AD02 KHZ

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

53,923 mi
Last recorded53,923 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 53,923 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 53,546 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

only just sufficient reserve travel of service brake

Pass 25 Jun 2024 53,041 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 52,559 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 52,558 miles

Braking system leaking brake servo hose at repaired section (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

long brake pedal travel

Pass 22 Jun 2022 51,098 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 22 Jun 2022 57,096 miles

Emissions not tested missfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Jul 2021 47,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 46,310 miles

advise long travel on brake pedal / spongy

Pass 16 May 2019 45,117 miles

brake servo hose has taped repair at valve union

Pass 10 May 2018 43,803 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 42,511 miles

slight play in o/s/f suspension strut top mount

Pass 4 May 2016 40,743 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 38,840 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 37,087 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 35,859 miles

Front wiper blades smeary and split

Pass 15 May 2012 34,258 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 31,491 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 29,785 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 27,660 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 26,096 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 24,097 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 21,284 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 KHZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KHZ, 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 KHZ registered?

AD02 KHZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is AD02 KHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 KHZ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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