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AE51 OEL

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,746 mi
Last recorded59,746 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 OEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2009 59,746 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 51,241 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 44,180 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 35,710 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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AE51 OEL is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 AE51 OEL, 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 AE51 OEL?

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What year was AE51 OEL registered?

AE51 OEL is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is AE51 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 OEL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE51 OEL have outstanding finance?

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