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BD52 AVV

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,930 mi
Last recorded54,930 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 AVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 54,930 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 54,930 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 53,124 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 51,127 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 51,102 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 49,035 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 46,809 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 46,809 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 44,865 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 43,127 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 41,265 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 39,305 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 35,989 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 33,517 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 31,226 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 29,231 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 27,172 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 25,370 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,093 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 20,637 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 17,775 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 15,282 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 12,597 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 9,128 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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BD52 AVV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BD52 AVV, 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 BD52 AVV registered?

BD52 AVV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is BD52 AVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 AVV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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