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AD02 KXF

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

56,266 mi
Last recorded56,266 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 KXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 56,266 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 53,940 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 53,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 52,055 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 49,571 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,041 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 43,852 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 43,852 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 40,184 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 40,184 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 36,941 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 33,429 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 33,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 29,425 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 29,406 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 24,590 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 20,575 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 KXF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KXF, 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 KXF registered?

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

Is AD02 KXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 KXF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD02 KXF have outstanding finance?

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