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BJ52 AAF

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,409 mi
Last recorded164,409 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 AAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 164,409 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

headlamp lens deteriorated

Fail 11 Nov 2011 152,780 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 152,780 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 136,205 miles

front no plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 Nov 2010 136,205 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Nov 2009 121,701 miles

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

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

n/s rear tyre low pressure

Pass 14 Nov 2008 112,885 miles

front no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 4 Oct 2007 104,339 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 91,681 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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BJ52 AAF is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BJ52 AAF, 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 BJ52 AAF registered?

BJ52 AAF is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is BJ52 AAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ52 AAF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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