2002 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L Petrol · BJ02 RYC
2002 Volkswagen Golf (2.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 165,446 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,446 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ02 RYC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
- 165,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ02 RYC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Golf (BJ02 RYC) between November 2021 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
BJ02 RYC Mileage History
- 18/11/2021158,222 mi
- 26/11/2022160,956 mi+2,734 mi
- 25/05/2024165,511 mi+4,555 mi
- 25/05/2024165,511 mi
- 24/01/2026165,446 mi-65 mi
Average of roughly 1,727 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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