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BJ52 RZS

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

186,026 mi
Last recorded186,026 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 186,026 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 178,058 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 171,957 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 160,624 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 147,961 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 138,016 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 130,436 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 122,783 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 116,590 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 109,594 miles

Oil leak

warning light illuminated

Fail 2 Feb 2012 109,579 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

warning light illuminated

Pass 3 Feb 2011 98,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Feb 2011 98,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jan 2010 88,963 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 76,925 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jan 2009 76,925 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 61,705 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 53,715 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 34,714 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 RZS is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RZS, 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 BJ52 RZS registered?

BJ52 RZS is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 October 2002.

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The MOT history for BJ52 RZS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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