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FM02 BWA

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,527 mi
Last recorded101,527 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 BWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 101,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMITon outer edge [205/55/r16].91v (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

exhaust centre support hooks broken welds but ok

Fail 24 Mar 2018 101,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMITon outer edge [205/55/r16].91v (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc clip loose (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

exhaust centre support hooks broken welds but ok

Pass 18 Mar 2017 96,691 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Mar 2016 93,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner edge and has a nail in it as marked. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 88,966 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside front tyre wall damaged.

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2014 82,322 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 77,674 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 72,433 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 68,435 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 65,219 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 60,536 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 52,511 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 42,628 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,326 miles

Uneven wear on both front tyres.Rear tyres perished.Offside inner c.v. boot insecure.Return pipe on rack damp with oily residue.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FM02 BWA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FM02 BWA, 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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FM02 BWA is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 June 2002.

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