2002 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · OU52 YTM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2023 at 138,878 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. While a failure occurred in early November 2022, the issues were rectified immediately to pass the re-test just four miles later, suggesting the owner is proactive in addressing MOT non-compliance issues. At approximately 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 138,878 miles represents a low annual average of roughly 5,800 miles. This low usage pattern typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to average vehicles. The data shows consistent use between annual tests, with intervals of approximately 2,700 to 3,000 miles recorded between 2020 and 2023. However, low mileage on an older Volkswagen can mask the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid-, which are not captured by mileage alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older models from this era are prone to corrosion in the sills, rear arches, and suspension mounting points. Given the low mileage, the inspector should check the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or perished due to age rather than mechanical wear. The brakes should also be tested for seized calipers or pitted discs, as vehicles that sit for longer periods often suffer from surface rust issues despite a clean mileage history.