2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · SH52 FZM

The 2025‑05‑29 MOT at 164,109 miles resulted in a pass, yet the record shows recurring rear brake pipe corrosion and other defects that were remedied before the test, indicating an inconsistent maintenance trend rather than steady improvement. From the 2015‑10‑28 test at 101,823 miles to the 2025‑05‑29 test at 164,109 miles the vehicle has accumulated roughly 62,286 miles, averaging about 6,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a 24‑year‑old model; however the log contains several brief mileage jumps, such as the 5‑mile increase between the 6‑June‑2019 failure and the 11‑September‑2019 pass, and the 6‑mile rise between the 20‑May‑2016 failure and the 25‑October‑2016 pass, indicating periodic remedial work rather than continuous driving. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake pipes for corrosion and replacement, verify the condition of the parking brake mechanism and ensure the rear discs and pads are within service limits; examine the suspension components—including ball joints, coil springs and suspension arms—for excessive play or fracture, as multiple entries record worn ball joints and a fractured near‑side rear coil spring; assess the structural integrity of the central and rear sub‑frames and the shock absorber casings for rust that could compromise rigidity; finally, check tyre tread depth, brake disc scoring and steering rack play, all of which have recurred throughout the history.