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AF02 UEN

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

205,637 mi
Last recorded205,637 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 UEN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 205,637 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2014 205,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 184,514 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 161,106 miles

Oil leak

offside front sidelight dull

Fail 3 Sep 2010 131,685 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre has a slight flat spot

offside front side lamp slightly dim in operation

rear no plate backing starting to lift

Pass 3 Sep 2010 131,685 miles

nearside rear tyre has a slight flat spot

offside front side lamp slightly dim in operation

rear no plate backing starting to lift

Pass 12 Aug 2009 113,570 miles

child seat fitted to the nearside reearr seat (belt not tested)

rear no plate backing starting to lift

service light on

Fail 12 Aug 2009 113,570 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted to the nearside reearr seat (belt not tested)

rear no plate backing starting to lift

service light on

Pass 6 Aug 2008 96,770 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 96,770 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 56,709 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 56,699 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 54,367 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 UEN is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AF02 UEN, 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 UEN registered?

AF02 UEN is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is AF02 UEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 UEN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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