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AX02 FWZ

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,289 mi
Last recorded164,289 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX02 FWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 164,289 miles

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

exhaust middle section bracket deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2016 158,345 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 151,073 miles

Child seat fitted unable to inspect an adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 143,463 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 136,401 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 129,850 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 122,842 miles

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

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

offside steering rack arm slight play noticed

Pass 20 Sep 2010 112,698 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 98,218 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 82,985 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 65,237 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 65,232 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jul 2007 65,225 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,680 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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AX02 FWZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AX02 FWZ, 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 AX02 FWZ registered?

AX02 FWZ is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is AX02 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX02 FWZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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