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AU02 GDV

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,933 mi
Last recorded97,933 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 GDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 97,933 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 95,422 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 95,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 92,804 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 90,705 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 90,705 miles

Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 88,438 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear seat belt stalk casing broken

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2017 86,368 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

engine covers fitted

tray's fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2017 86,343 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

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

engine covers fitted

tray's fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 82,822 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 79,962 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

slight oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2014 77,301 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2013 75,727 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 73,760 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 71,753 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 69,992 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 67,398 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 65,683 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 64,308 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 62,451 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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AU02 GDV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AU02 GDV, 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 AU02 GDV registered?

AU02 GDV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is AU02 GDV safe to buy?

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