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AD52 KNA

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

121,516 mi
Last recorded121,516 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 KNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 121,516 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Oct 2017 121,460 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 111,895 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 107,331 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 97,573 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 97,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 90,662 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 84,539 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 84,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 74,027 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 73,965 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 67,426 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 59,825 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 49,449 miles

diesel leak

Fail 18 Dec 2007 42,474 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 42,474 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,754 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 30,982 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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AD52 KNA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD52 KNA, 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.

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What year was AD52 KNA registered?

AD52 KNA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is AD52 KNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 KNA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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