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BD52 XRM

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

123,236 mi
Last recorded123,236 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 XRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 123,236 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 123,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 119,278 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 115,167 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 115,167 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 112,120 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 112,120 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2017 108,019 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 108,019 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 103,520 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 103,520 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 97,725 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 97,725 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 90,762 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 90,762 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 83,857 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 83,857 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2012 80,150 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 80,150 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 76,013 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 7 May 2011 76,013 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 72,231 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 1 May 2009 67,918 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 62,493 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 56,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 2 May 2007 56,131 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 52,781 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 52,299 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 XRM is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 XRM, 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 BD52 XRM registered?

BD52 XRM is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is BD52 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 XRM shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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