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AY02 EXC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,877 mi
Last recorded76,877 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 EXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2021 76,877 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 74,417 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 69,297 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 68,274 miles

BOTH WIPER BLADES HAVE SPLIT ENDS

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 63,815 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2017 63,813 miles

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 Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Feb 2016 60,419 miles

ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD PRIOR TO MOT TEST

YELLOW OIL WARNING LIGHT INDICATES A FAULT

Fail 5 Feb 2016 60,315 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 57,485 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 57,485 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 53,066 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 49,021 miles

Airbag light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 25 Jan 2013 49,021 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Airbag light on

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

n/s/front inner cv (clip missing) insecure

Pass 27 Jan 2012 44,606 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

air bag light on

n/s/f inner gaiter loose

Pass 4 Feb 2011 41,927 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 37,523 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 33,360 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 33,358 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 30,788 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2008 30,788 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 25,734 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 18,868 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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AY02 EXC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AY02 EXC, 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 AY02 EXC registered?

AY02 EXC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is AY02 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 EXC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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