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AY02 ZHP

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,872 mi
Last recorded54,872 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 ZHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 54,872 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 51,512 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 48,845 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 48,789 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 44,267 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 42,343 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 41,453 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 40,297 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 38,323 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 36,566 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 35,039 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,990 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,371 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 29,992 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 27,333 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,243 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 23,461 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,463 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 19,168 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 17,041 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 14,751 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 ZHP is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AY02 ZHP, 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 ZHP registered?

AY02 ZHP is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is AY02 ZHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 ZHP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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