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AD02 VVO

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,479 mi
Last recorded137,479 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 VVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 137,479 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 137,457 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 131,239 miles

Front tires wearing inner shoulders

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 125,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 109,435 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 94,325 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 94,325 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 81,836 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 71,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pads getting down

Pass 6 Oct 2009 62,890 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 53,640 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 45,494 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 37,379 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 VVO is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VVO, 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 VVO registered?

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

Is AD02 VVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 VVO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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