2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · KJ52 BAU

The most recent MOT on 2025-09-17 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: a damaged nearside windscreen, headlamp lens contamination, and an exhaust emitting excessive smoke. These were not critical safety risks but indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The mileage of 209,986 miles aligns with the vehicle’s 24-year age, averaging 8,749 miles annually—typical for its era. This suggests consistent use without extreme underuse or heavy wear, though higher mileage could accelerate component degradation. Recurring mechanical patterns include tire wear and suspension component issues. Tire tread below the legal limit was recorded in 2024-09-06, with subsequent MOTs noting tires worn close to the limit. Suspension arm pins and anti-roll bar ball joints showed wear or play in 2023-2024, though these were not classified as failures. Windscreen damage also reappeared in multiple MOTs, though never impacting visibility significantly. These issues suggest gradual wear rather than sudden deterioration. The trend appears stable, with no major new defects emerging in the latest MOT.