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AU52 ECD

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,424 mi
Last recorded121,424 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 ECD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 121,424 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 121,414 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 121,363 miles

the exhaust system mountings are in poor condition

Fail 2 Aug 2013 121,363 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

the exhaust system mountings are in poor condition

Pass 22 Sep 2012 113,545 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres delaminating

n/s sill damaged

Pass 27 Sep 2011 98,163 miles

Malfunction Indicator Lamp on

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 98,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Malfunction Indicator Lamp on

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 84,625 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2010 84,623 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)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 70,365 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 59,529 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 59,478 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 49,778 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear axle bushes worn

Pass 2 Sep 2006 37,339 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 25,760 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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AU52 ECD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU52 ECD, 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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AU52 ECD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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