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AF02 NZU

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,115 mi
Last recorded112,115 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 NZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 112,115 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 104,838 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and off side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 97,539 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OSR+NSR ()

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment OS+NS (2.5.A.1c)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 95,494 miles

Both front and rear shockers has corrosion to the casing

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamps (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 93,959 miles

Both front and rear shock absorbers are corroded to the casing

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front headlamp lens (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front sub-frame and both front lower suspension arms (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,965 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 87,806 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 82,715 miles

offside parking brake cable " kinked " but still servicable

Pass 14 Mar 2012 79,339 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 71,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 14 Mar 2011 71,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 29 Mar 2010 61,538 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 52,587 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection .

slight surface splits in nearside rear tyre .

slight surface splits in offside rear tyre .

Fail 1 Apr 2009 52,587 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection .

slight surface splits in nearside rear tyre .

slight surface splits in offside rear tyre .

Pass 5 Apr 2008 49,156 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 44,186 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2006 40,009 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 40,009 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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AF02 NZU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF02 NZU, 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 AF02 NZU registered?

AF02 NZU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is AF02 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 NZU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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