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AP02 EUC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,923 mi
Last recorded27,923 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 EUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 27,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust bracket deteriorated but security not effected

Nearside Rear Brake pipe swollen under protective coating

Nearside Rear Brake pipe which forms part of the flexible brake hose swollen

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe which forms part of the flexible brake hose swollen

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 27,377 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe swollen under protective coating

Nearside Rear Brake pipe which forms part of the brake hose, swollen under protective coating

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake pipe swollen under protective coating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe which forms part of the brake hose, swollen under protective coating

Pass 3 Oct 2023 26,664 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Misting of oil around transmission

Nearside Front to rear brake pipe swollen under protective coating

Pass 29 Sep 2022 26,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front to rear brake pipe swollen under protective coating

Pass 7 Jul 2021 26,161 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 25,880 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 25,540 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,313 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 24,684 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,204 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 23,801 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 23,024 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 21,788 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 20,925 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 20,925 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,062 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 25 May 2010 19,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 19,658 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 17,538 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 16,592 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,625 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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AP02 EUC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP02 EUC, 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 AP02 EUC registered?

AP02 EUC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is AP02 EUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 EUC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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