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AD02 KWX

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,754 mi
Last recorded92,754 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 92,754 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 88,305 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 88,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 82,727 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Aug 2019 78,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 76,621 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 74,284 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 72,855 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 72,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 70,401 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 68,336 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 65,141 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,117 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 58,356 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s rear wheel binding slightly

rear discs pitted

Fail 21 Jul 2011 58,356 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s rear wheel binding slightly

rear discs pitted

Pass 20 Jul 2010 55,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 50,638 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 46,763 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 42,698 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 36,265 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 KWX is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KWX, 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 KWX registered?

AD02 KWX is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 July 2002.

Is AD02 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 KWX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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