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FM02 DFE

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

193,692 mi
Last recorded193,692 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 DFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 193,692 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 193,692 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 189,334 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 184,433 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 184,433 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 178,617 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 173,519 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 167,717 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 161,934 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 161,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 154,135 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 146,540 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 139,146 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from cat (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 131,589 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 124,674 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 124,674 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 117,865 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 114,312 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 108,809 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 103,142 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 97,149 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 91,135 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 84,486 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 79,472 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 74,230 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 DFE is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 DFE, 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 DFE registered?

FM02 DFE is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is FM02 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 DFE shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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