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FM02 BXP

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,215 mi
Last recorded106,215 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 BXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 106,215 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,484 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 96,898 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 May 2016 88,133 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 5 May 2015 82,958 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 77,453 miles

front exhaust bracket

Fail 9 Apr 2014 77,453 miles

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

front exhaust bracket

Pass 15 Apr 2013 74,106 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 69,384 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 63,808 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 59,500 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 53,975 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 53,975 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 46,746 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 40,874 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 36,318 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 BXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FM02 BXP, 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 BXP registered?

FM02 BXP is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 2002.

Is FM02 BXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 BXP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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