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AD51 TYK

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

192,266 mi
Last recorded192,266 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 TYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 192,266 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 185,864 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush & offside front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 174,200 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 172,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 167,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 161,914 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 157,044 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r light slight damage and taped up

Pass 14 Mar 2011 147,205 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside rear tail light covered in red tape

rear brake discs worn and pitted

Pass 9 Mar 2010 137,470 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 120,251 miles

Rear axle mount bushes worn

Rear number plate poor

Pass 9 Feb 2008 102,760 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Feb 2007 83,366 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 83,366 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 65,444 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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AD51 TYK is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TYK, 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 TYK registered?

AD51 TYK is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is AD51 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 TYK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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