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AD02 PYU

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,397 mi
Last recorded130,397 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 PYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 130,397 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 130,394 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 128,026 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 122,341 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 113,784 miles

All tyres perished

Both front tyres close to limit

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 104,167 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 93,411 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 93,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 82,242 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 71,586 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 71,586 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 59,050 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 47,223 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 34,769 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 31,469 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 31,469 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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 PYU is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PYU, 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 PYU registered?

AD02 PYU is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is AD02 PYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 PYU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD02 PYU have outstanding finance?

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