2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · HG02 ESO
2002 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 158,743 miles. MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,743 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HG02 ESO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/09/2026
- 158,743 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG02 ESO 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 (HG02 ESO) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 September 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: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
HG02 ESO Mileage History
- 27/09/2024146,975 mi
- 27/09/2024146,975 mi
- 12/09/2025152,799 mi+5,824 mi
- 16/09/2025152,846 mi+47 mi
- 21/09/2026158,743 mi+5,897 mi
Average of roughly 5,937 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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