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BF02 BHE

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,194 mi
Last recorded156,194 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 BHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 156,194 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 141,213 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

REAR BOOT / TAIL GATE / LOCK SLIGHTLY FAULTY

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

Fail 2 Dec 2015 141,212 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken MISSING (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

REAR BOOT / TAIL GATE / LOCK SLIGHTLY FAULTY

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 134,619 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 134,619 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 127,057 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 127,057 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 116,907 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 108,159 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 99,502 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 99,502 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight bind both rear brakes.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 90,595 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 90,595 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Both front brake discs are in poor condition, but appear to work adequately.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 84,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 73,454 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 62,401 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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BF02 BHE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BF02 BHE, 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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BF02 BHE is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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