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AK02 FZH

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,645 mi
Last recorded76,645 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 FZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 76,645 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 76,645 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 69,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 66,953 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 66,953 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 63,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

oil was low

Pass 3 Apr 2013 61,723 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 61,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

oil on min

Fail 12 Apr 2012 59,357 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 59,357 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 56,440 miles

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

nearside front outer tyre split not to cord 205 55 16

oil low

Pass 9 Apr 2010 53,433 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 53,433 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 50,209 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 50,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 45,680 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 40,057 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 34,097 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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AK02 FZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK02 FZH, 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 AK02 FZH registered?

AK02 FZH is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is AK02 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 FZH shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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