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AP02 GUA

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,114 mi
Last recorded128,114 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 128,114 miles

n/s d/shaft inner gaiter insecure/not clipped

Pass 22 Jan 2012 127,751 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 124,450 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 119,944 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 116,563 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 110,717 miles

front tyres apx 3mm tread .front brake pads apx 75-80 % worn

Pass 2 Aug 2007 107,948 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 107,629 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Coolant leak

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

both f/tyres cut on edges

chip in screen

Pass 31 Jul 2006 88,216 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 70,951 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 70,857 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 GUA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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.

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What year was AP02 GUA registered?

AP02 GUA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is AP02 GUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 GUA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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