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AD02 YVU

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

271,657 mi
Last recorded271,657 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 YVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 271,657 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 264,906 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules body to axle (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 257,099 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 243,621 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 222,303 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Aug 2012 222,290 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 200,204 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 173,142 miles

Boot wont open.

Front discs wearing thin.

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 150,646 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 128,002 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 128,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 104,119 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 78,059 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 YVU is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel 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 YVU, 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 YVU registered?

AD02 YVU is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 July 2002.

Is AD02 YVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 YVU 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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