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B21 TJL

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

150,373 mi
Last recorded150,373 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 TJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 150,373 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 142,427 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 133,204 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 124,109 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 121,718 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 121,718 miles

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 116,993 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 106,223 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 90,289 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 80,675 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 73,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust system has corrosion

Pass 1 Nov 2011 65,771 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2010 57,008 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear brake discs showe slight corosion

Pass 3 Nov 2009 49,222 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 49,220 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

puncture in o/side front tyre [screw protuding]

Fail 20 Dec 2008 41,284 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 41,284 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 34,520 miles

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

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

rear number plate is slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Dec 2006 28,330 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 22,149 miles

FRONT TYRES ON 1.6mm

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

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

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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B21 TJL is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 B21 TJL, 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 B21 TJL registered?

B21 TJL is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is B21 TJL safe to buy?

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