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AD02 KXM

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advise undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2024 113,522 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 108,870 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

advise under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2022 104,594 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 100,215 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

advise under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2020 97,067 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 92,524 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

advise under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2018 88,253 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2017 83,168 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 83,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,664 miles

unable to fully inspect brake pipes over fuel tank

Pass 20 Jun 2015 76,186 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 73,063 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 68,501 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 63,789 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jun 2012 63,789 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2011 59,552 miles

advise corrosion on off side rear brake disc

Pass 26 Jun 2010 55,115 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 48,925 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 42,606 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 35,594 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 30,536 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 KXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KXM, 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 KXM registered?

AD02 KXM is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is AD02 KXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 KXM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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