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FM02 BWJ

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

122,648 mi
Last recorded122,648 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 BWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 122,648 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 119,155 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 119,019 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 111,405 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 111,405 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 103,315 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 94,617 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 85,609 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2014 85,609 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 76,620 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 76,620 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 68,659 miles

front antiroll bar worn

n/s and o/s rear bumpstops deteriated

Pass 20 May 2011 59,946 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,323 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 42,342 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 42,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2008 36,091 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 27,267 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 23,370 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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FM02 BWJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BWJ, 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 FM02 BWJ registered?

FM02 BWJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is FM02 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 BWJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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