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AK52 GUA

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,934 mi
Last recorded116,934 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 GUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 116,934 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 116,934 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2015 106,014 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 98,297 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 91,667 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 84,485 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 74,823 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2011 74,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 61,134 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 61,134 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 45,337 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 39,578 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 34,312 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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AK52 GUA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AK52 GUA, 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 AK52 GUA registered?

AK52 GUA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AK52 GUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 GUA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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