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AV52 NYD

2002 Volkswagen Bora

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

168,166 mi
Last recorded168,166 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 NYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 168,166 miles

Underbody surface rust

Pass 27 Feb 2024 168,123 miles

Front to rear under body slightly crodded

Fail 27 Feb 2024 168,123 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front to rear under body slightly crodded

Pass 25 Feb 2023 168,115 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 168,085 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 167,777 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 167,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre side wall is cracking

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre side wall is cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2018 166,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wing corroded

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 166,228 miles

Road wheel fixing missing 1x4 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wing corroded

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 162,410 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 155,289 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 152,116 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 148,384 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 141,306 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 140,510 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 126,428 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 113,056 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 113,056 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 85,983 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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AV52 NYD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AV52 NYD, 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 AV52 NYD registered?

AV52 NYD is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is AV52 NYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 NYD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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