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BJ52 DAO

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,065 mi
Last recorded127,065 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 DAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 127,065 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 126,419 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 124,662 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 120,023 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 120,023 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 115,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)

engine management lamp dispalayed

Fail 25 Sep 2015 115,491 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect n/s o/s no image headlamp lenses deterioated (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)

engine management lamp dispalayed

Pass 4 Sep 2014 111,441 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 109,086 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 106,162 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

all four tyres are very close to legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 31 Aug 2011 102,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 98,271 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 84,179 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 67,375 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 58,090 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 45,758 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Sep 2005 25,001 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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 DAO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DAO, 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 DAO registered?

BJ52 DAO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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The MOT history for BJ52 DAO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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