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AE52 BPF

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,521 mi
Last recorded112,521 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 BPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 112,521 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 112,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 95,578 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 95,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 10 May 2017 93,087 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 88,996 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front tyres on legal limits (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 84,531 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 79,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s front inner brake pad wearing thin.

Pass 19 Mar 2013 72,982 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 66,876 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 66,876 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2010 51,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Nov 2010 51,842 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 11 Nov 2009 49,391 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 45,536 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 41,699 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Sep 2006 34,107 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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AE52 BPF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AE52 BPF, 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 AE52 BPF registered?

AE52 BPF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is AE52 BPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 BPF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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