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FM02 DFJ

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

163,941 mi
Last recorded163,941 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 DFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 163,941 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 157,892 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 152,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 146,762 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 139,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 128,048 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 114,365 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear low.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Pass 7 May 2015 101,319 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 93,916 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2014 93,916 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 86,193 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 79,379 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 67,663 miles

3 child seats fitted

f/silencer mount broken

Pass 30 Apr 2010 55,217 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 45,519 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 37,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 33,227 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 29,107 miles

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

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 DFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DFJ, 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 DFJ registered?

FM02 DFJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 July 2002.

Is FM02 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 DFJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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