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AK02 KBJ

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

163,298 mi
Last recorded163,298 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 KBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 163,298 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 147,823 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 147,798 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jan 2014 141,600 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 141,600 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 131,671 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Nov 2012 131,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 118,129 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Oil leak

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

both rear brake discs / offside front brake disc scored

offside front tyre tread cracking

Pass 1 Sep 2011 118,129 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

both rear brake discs / offside front brake disc scored

offside front tyre tread cracking

Pass 9 Aug 2010 96,534 miles

pitting/corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 27 Jun 2009 95,379 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 95,379 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2008 75,192 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 61,345 miles

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

hand brake release button cover missing

Fail 25 Jun 2007 61,345 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

hand brake release button cover missing

Pass 16 May 2006 43,534 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 29,760 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 KBJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KBJ, 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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AK02 KBJ is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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