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AD02 PZA

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

149,036 mi
Last recorded149,036 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 PZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 149,036 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 149,036 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 27 Dec 2012 145,138 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 145,138 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 138,817 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 128,526 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 117,731 miles

offside mirror cracked

Pass 21 Jan 2009 105,686 miles

both front lower arm rear inner mounting bushes splitting

front brake pads and discs worn

nearside rear brake pads wearing low

play and lift in front strut top mountings

stone chip front screen

Pass 15 Jun 2007 93,962 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 75,135 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 75,135 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 PZA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PZA, 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 PZA registered?

AD02 PZA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is AD02 PZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 PZA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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