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BD52 FNE

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,442 mi
Last recorded81,442 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 FNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 81,442 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 76,924 miles

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

puncture in n/s/r tyre

Fail 28 Jan 2013 76,924 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

puncture in n/s/r tyre

Pass 27 Jan 2012 71,670 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 71,670 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 65,913 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 65,908 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 61,932 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 61,932 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 52,729 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 52,729 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 44,000 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 36,123 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 36,123 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 26,157 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 FNE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FNE, 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 FNE registered?

BD52 FNE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is BD52 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 FNE shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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