The road tax status for AE52 AVJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AE52 AVJ?

The MOT for AE52 AVJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of AE52 AVJ?

The recorded mileage for AE52 AVJ is 132,454 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AE52 AVJ ULEZ compliant?

No, AE52 AVJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · AE52 AVJ

AE52 AVJ

2002 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11/09/2002. Recorded mileage 132,454 miles. MOT valid until 18/05/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2002 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 18/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 132,454 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 132,454 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2002
Engine: 1598cc

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AE52 AVJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
132,454 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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AE52 AVJ Mileage History

01/05/2024111,006 mi
29/04/2025120,241 mi+9,235 mi
20/05/2025120,633 mi+392 mi
19/05/2026132,429 mi+11,796 mi
20/05/2026132,454 mi+25 mi

Average of roughly 10,458 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AE52 AVJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 08:27

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Golf (AE52 AVJ) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/80R14 (5.2.3 (d) (i)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80r14 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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