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AM02 MKF

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,127 mi
Last recorded117,127 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 MKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 117,127 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

front number plate cracked

Fail 5 Sep 2014 101,245 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 101,245 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013

o/s/f lower arm rear bush worn

rear axle buhes worn

Pass 30 Aug 2012 79,582 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 73,932 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 73,932 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 68,989 miles

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

all discs pitted

Pass 14 Jul 2009 59,046 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 50,721 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 33,760 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 24,948 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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AM02 MKF is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AM02 MKF, 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 AM02 MKF registered?

AM02 MKF is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is AM02 MKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 MKF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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