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AD51 TZS

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,109 mi
Last recorded205,109 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 205,109 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 205,109 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2015 204,223 miles

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

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

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

items removed from drivers view prior to test

oil level low

Fail 7 Sep 2015 204,223 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

items removed from drivers view prior to test

oil level low

Pass 30 Aug 2014 198,321 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

noticable clutch judder

Pass 10 Aug 2013 190,480 miles

o/s/f brake pads wear more than n/s/f

Pass 7 Aug 2012 167,733 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 145,859 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 124,624 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 124,624 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 101,500 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 101,500 miles

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

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

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

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 79,017 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 60,575 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 42,680 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 25,461 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 TZS is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TZS, 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 TZS registered?

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

Is AD51 TZS safe to buy?

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