2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · FH02 GLF
2002 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 196,253 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,253 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH02 GLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/04/2026
- 196,253 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 24 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH02 GLF 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 (FH02 GLF) between November 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Steering (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
FH02 GLF Mileage History
- 17/11/2022184,580 mi
- 05/12/2023189,090 mi+4,510 mi
- 02/04/2025190,784 mi+1,694 mi
- 09/04/2025190,788 mi+4 mi
- 08/04/2026196,253 mi+5,465 mi
Average of roughly 3,444 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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