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AE02 JNJ

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

188,579 mi
Last recorded188,579 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 JNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2023 188,579 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached Strut not correctly located in hub (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mainline (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Evidence of brake binding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mainline (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust hangers corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2022 175,820 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 167,077 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 167,077 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 162,758 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 154,611 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 145,748 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 front tyers (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 135,153 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 125,265 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 115,336 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 106,602 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 96,994 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 87,141 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 76,685 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 76,675 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 66,319 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 66,255 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 62,374 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 58,134 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 52,868 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 46,827 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2005 37,609 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 JNJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JNJ, 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 JNJ registered?

AE02 JNJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is AE02 JNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 JNJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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