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AD51 JBY

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,292 mi
Last recorded107,292 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 JBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 107,292 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 107,292 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 95,947 miles

E.M.L illuminated

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 89,617 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread perished

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

e.m.l on

Fail 9 Mar 2017 89,617 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure inner (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread perished

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

e.m.l on

Pass 7 Nov 2015 76,986 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 74,155 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 70,821 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 67,644 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 63,769 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 59,337 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 54,950 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 18 Dec 2008 49,262 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 43,515 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 37,404 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 37,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AD51 JBY is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AD51 JBY, 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 AD51 JBY registered?

AD51 JBY is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is AD51 JBY safe to buy?

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