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AD02 YHC

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

263,953 mi
Last recorded263,953 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 YHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 263,953 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside headlamp lens damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2018 248,837 miles

offside headlight lens damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2017 235,297 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 221,048 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside headlamp lens damaged

chips in windscreen

Pass 18 Nov 2015 203,570 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 202,982 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 184,800 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 164,581 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 164,581 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 144,367 miles

Centre exhaust pipe bracket fractured.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 125,571 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 105,352 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 91,993 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 70,830 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 56,597 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 39,959 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 37,258 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2006 37,258 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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 YHC is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YHC, 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 YHC registered?

AD02 YHC is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is AD02 YHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 YHC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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