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AF02 FDP

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

61,664 mi
Last recorded61,664 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 FDP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 61,664 miles

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

off side front bumper insecure

Fail 12 May 2014 61,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

off side front bumper insecure

Pass 15 May 2013 60,410 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 58,443 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 58,435 miles

Nearside Front Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 56,330 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 56,312 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,570 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 50,570 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 27 May 2009 44,971 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 42,736 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 39,278 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 32,304 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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AF02 FDP is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF02 FDP, 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.

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What year was AF02 FDP registered?

AF02 FDP is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is AF02 FDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 FDP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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