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AF52 VPC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,450 mi
Last recorded89,450 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 89,450 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seats fitted in both rear seats

fuel pipe has had temp repair on fuel cooler

Pass 23 Oct 2010 52,716 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 52,713 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 41,825 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 36,883 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,385 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 22,121 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 13,561 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 VPC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VPC, 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

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What year was AF52 VPC registered?

AF52 VPC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is AF52 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 VPC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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