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AE02 JLX

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,449 mi
Last recorded189,449 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 JLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2018 189,449 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 182,200 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres perishing/cracking

exhaust system corroded and exhaust bandaged up

Pass 1 Oct 2016 175,540 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 168,783 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 19 Feb 2015 167,263 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 165,267 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 163,175 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 151,342 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 127,153 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 101,072 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 73,362 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 40,207 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 24,141 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 20,267 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 JLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JLX, 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 JLX registered?

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

Is AE02 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 JLX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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