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AF02 XEP

2002 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,023 mi
Last recorded160,023 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen 160071,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 XEP
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 160,023 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 160,023 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 154,280 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 154,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 154,027 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 150,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear silencer skin rusty

Pass 28 Aug 2013 150,086 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear silencer skin rusty

Pass 12 Oct 2011 122,767 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 122,759 miles

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

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Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2010 107,455 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsr upper sidelight not working

Fail 11 Oct 2010 107,435 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine management light on

nsr upper sidelight not working

Pass 4 Aug 2009 86,740 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 70,303 miles

damage swept area of windscreen

rear exhaust pipe is corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2007 57,806 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 47,048 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?

Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 203
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
position lamp(s) not working 119
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Headlamp aim too low 96
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AF02 XEP is a 2002 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 71,512 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF02 XEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF02 XEP?

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What year was AF02 XEP registered?

AF02 XEP is a 2002 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is AF02 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 XEP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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