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AD51 SKU

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,705 mi
Last recorded80,705 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 SKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 80,705 miles

wear in front anti-roll bushes

Fail 19 Feb 2018 80,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing low & damaged

wear in front anti-roll bushes

Pass 20 Feb 2017 72,747 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

Fail 20 Feb 2017 72,744 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 27 Jan 2016 66,044 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre stop lamp dissconnected

slight bind n/s/r brake

Pass 13 Feb 2015 60,804 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

wiper blades poor

Pass 7 Feb 2014 55,207 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre stop lamp dissconnected

dampness on n/s/f inner drive shaft gaiter

Pass 15 Feb 2013 49,578 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 Feb 2012 43,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 43,346 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 38,466 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 32,350 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 28,467 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 26,693 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 24,680 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 22,072 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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AD51 SKU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 97,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 SKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD51 SKU?

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What year was AD51 SKU registered?

AD51 SKU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is AD51 SKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 SKU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD51 SKU have outstanding finance?

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