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AF52 HNR

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,369 mi
Last recorded140,369 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 HNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 140,369 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 140,369 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear flexy combo (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 126,469 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 120,054 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 111,783 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 111,753 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 102,483 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 95,336 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 90,205 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 90,203 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 84,086 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 76,685 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 76,685 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 70,197 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 61,752 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 56,752 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 48,880 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 39,154 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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AF52 HNR is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF52 HNR, 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 AF52 HNR registered?

AF52 HNR is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is AF52 HNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 HNR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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