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AE02 AOT

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

50,577 mi
Last recorded50,577 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 AOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 50,577 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 47,809 miles

General underbody corrosion to subframe, axles, suspension, brake and brake pipes

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front both wearing on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 47,809 miles

General underbody corrosion to subframe, axles, suspension, brake and brake pipes

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front both wearing on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 47,323 miles

General corrosion to suspension

Fail 3 Apr 2024 47,323 miles

General corrosion to suspension

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 46,693 miles

General underbody corrosion to suspension, coil springs and brake pipes

Fail 21 Apr 2023 46,693 miles

General underbody corrosion to suspension, coil springs and brake pipes

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 45,955 miles

Corrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes

Pass 31 Mar 2021 44,784 miles

Coil springs corroding

Pass 20 Apr 2020 43,175 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Apr 2020 43,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Apr 2019 41,659 miles

Rear tyres perishing

Fail 10 Apr 2019 41,659 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Apr 2018 39,968 miles

General underbody corrosion

Fail 12 Apr 2018 39,968 miles

General underbody corrosion

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 38,334 miles

Corrosion to coil springs, exhaust and brake pipes

Suspension bushes perishing

Pass 13 Apr 2016 36,968 miles

Coil springs and exhaust corroding

Pass 27 Mar 2015 36,052 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 36,052 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

N/s/r tyre heavily cracked and splitting through tread

Pass 14 Mar 2014 34,907 miles

Child seat fitted to o/s/r seat preventing inspection of adult belt

Coil springs corroding

Exhaust corroding

Rear tyres heavily cracked and perished

Pass 25 Mar 2013 33,163 miles

Brake discs corroding

Brake pipes corroding

Coil springs corroded

Rear tyres cracked and perishing

Pass 22 Mar 2012 28,129 miles

Rear tyres heavily cracked/perished

rear pads on legal limit

Pass 18 Mar 2011 25,828 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 25,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Wipers poor

all remaining tyres cracked o/s/f heavily

Pass 1 Mar 2010 23,446 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,121 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 17,054 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 13,385 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 10,933 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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AE02 AOT is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 AE02 AOT, 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 AE02 AOT registered?

AE02 AOT is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AE02 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 AOT shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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