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AF52 SYU

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

203,886 mi
Last recorded203,886 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 SYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 203,886 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

slight rumble offside front wheel bearing

Pass 7 Nov 2014 193,889 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 1 Nov 2014 193,874 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 184,346 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 165,143 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 146,280 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 127,495 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 107,517 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 86,743 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 70,763 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 64,747 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 SYU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SYU, 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 AF52 SYU?

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What year was AF52 SYU registered?

AF52 SYU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is AF52 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 SYU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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