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BD52 TYC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

154,179 mi
Last recorded154,179 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 TYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 154,179 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Oct 2017 150,234 miles

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

Offside Rear Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 135,750 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 129,785 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 123,615 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 116,598 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 116,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 108,778 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 105,515 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 96,535 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre bracket broken,but exhaust still supported

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

O/S/R tyre tread slightly uneven

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Partial check only O/S/R seatbelt.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 96,535 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre bracket broken,but exhaust still supported

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R tyre tread slightly uneven

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Partial check only O/S/R seatbelt.

Pass 5 Jun 2010 87,788 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 78,850 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front Tyre worn DOWN to the legal limit

nearside rear Suspension rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

offside front Tyre worn DOWN to the legal limit

offside rear Suspension rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 7 Jun 2008 69,880 miles

Centre exhaust mount come away from exhaust (exhaust is still secure)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of nearside rear and offside rear adult belts

Front pads aprox 10,000 (vehcile has got low pad warning light)

Rear axle bushes are wearing

Pass 23 Jun 2007 61,671 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 49,789 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 42,624 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 TYC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TYC, 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 TYC registered?

BD52 TYC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 December 2002.

Is BD52 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 TYC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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