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AD51 URF

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,385 mi
Last recorded91,385 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 URF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,385 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 91,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 75,251 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 73,721 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

O/S/R Brake dragging slightly.

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 71,499 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 71,494 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 69,158 miles

nearside & offside front tyres wearing slightly on inner shoulders.

Fail 8 Mar 2012 69,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside & offside front tyres wearing slightly on inner shoulders.

Pass 19 Mar 2011 65,571 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 59,825 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2009 54,999 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2009 54,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 50,150 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 42,364 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 42,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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)

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 URF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 URF, 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

How do I check the history of AD51 URF?

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What year was AD51 URF registered?

AD51 URF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is AD51 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 URF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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