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AJ02 YXV

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

172,545 mi
Last recorded172,545 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ02 YXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 172,545 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 172,545 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 162,022 miles

advise all brake discs

advise front d bushes

advise rusting to rear brake pipes

Pass 19 Jun 2017 151,939 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 151,937 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 143,049 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 131,484 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 120,610 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 120,610 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2013 113,457 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 105,137 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 105,137 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 96,485 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 87,657 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 87,657 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 76,122 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 62,517 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 62,517 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 53,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 44,980 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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AJ02 YXV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YXV, 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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AJ02 YXV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 June 2002.

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