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AD02 YTA

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

224,603 mi
Last recorded224,603 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 224,603 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2019 224,207 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both side of flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides of flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2018 213,058 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 203,199 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)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 192,624 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 18,052 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 169,622 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 153,676 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 144,491 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 137,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 129,859 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 122,769 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 57,770 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 96,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 17,442 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 YTA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YTA, 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 YTA registered?

AD02 YTA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is AD02 YTA safe to buy?

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