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FL52 YLN

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,011 mi
Last recorded165,011 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 YLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 165,011 miles

exhaust corroded and flexi deteriated

x2 rear calipers sticking-oil leak-rear brakes passed on limits-parking brake slight travel

Pass 28 Aug 2014 157,768 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 153,453 miles

o/s/f seatbelt slightly frayed-coil springs corroded-exhaust bracket+exhaust corroded-heat sheild insecure-tyres sidewall slightly cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2012 150,001 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f top suspsension mounting has slight movemnet

n/s/f wishbone bush slightly deteriorated

n/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded

n/s/r tyre has a nail

o/s/f front wishbone bush slightly deteriorated

o/s/f seat belt starting to fray

Pass 14 Sep 2011 146,321 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 144,371 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 137,637 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 137,637 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 130,395 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 130,395 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 123,267 miles

N/S/ Sill is damaged, but not seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of an prescribed area

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 115,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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FL52 YLN is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FL52 YLN, 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 FL52 YLN registered?

FL52 YLN is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is FL52 YLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 YLN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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