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AP02 GFE

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,689 mi
Last recorded124,689 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 GFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 124,689 miles

both front brake discs worn.

Fail 15 Apr 2011 109,806 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 109,806 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 8 May 2010 98,100 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 88,147 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 75,176 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 60,372 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 48,332 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 GFE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GFE, 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 AP02 GFE registered?

AP02 GFE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 2 July 2002.

Is AP02 GFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 GFE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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