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BJ52 VHL

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,492 mi
Last recorded66,492 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 VHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 66,492 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 65,174 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 63,889 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 61,045 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 61,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 57,021 miles

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

disc worn front

Pass 26 Oct 2011 50,357 miles

front disc worn

Fail 26 Oct 2011 50,357 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front disc worn

Pass 27 Oct 2010 45,936 miles

front disc worn

rear disc worn

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 40,997 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 35,842 miles

Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 35,842 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 30,598 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)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 22,786 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 VHL is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VHL, 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 VHL registered?

BJ52 VHL is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 November 2002.

Is BJ52 VHL safe to buy?

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