2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · RL02 VYC
2002 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 241,573 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jun 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 241,573 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RL02 VYC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
- 241,573 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RL02 VYC 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 (RL02 VYC) between April 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 June 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: Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.
RL02 VYC Mileage History
- 25/04/2024228,285 mi
- 01/05/2025234,730 mi+6,445 mi
- 07/05/2025234,735 mi+5 mi
- 29/05/2026241,573 mi+6,838 mi
- 01/06/2026241,573 mi
Average of roughly 6,328 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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