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AJ02 AXD

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Gold Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,732 mi
Last recorded111,732 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ02 AXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 111,732 miles

headlights misty

Pass 11 Dec 2018 105,605 miles

Central exhaust mounting bracket detached

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 105,605 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached link broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central exhaust mounting bracket detached

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 100,114 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 100,114 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 95,691 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim outer rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 90,855 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 85,401 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 78,117 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 48,022 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 70,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 63,776 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 63,776 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Feb 2011 57,903 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 57,903 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2010 51,591 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 45,476 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 45,476 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 38,421 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front wipers slightly split on ends.

Pass 17 Feb 2007 31,743 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

washer aim poor

Pass 17 Feb 2006 24,783 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

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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AJ02 AXD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Gold with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJ02 AXD, 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 AJ02 AXD registered?

AJ02 AXD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is AJ02 AXD safe to buy?

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