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BJ52 ZKC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

228,107 mi
Last recorded228,107 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 228,107 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 215,193 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 205,815 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 195,081 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 195,081 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 183,330 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 171,246 miles

Engine under tray ripped and insecure

Slight play in front anti-roll bar D bushes

Fail 17 Feb 2011 171,246 miles

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

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

Engine under tray ripped and insecure

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

Slight play in front anti-roll bar D bushes

Pass 19 Feb 2010 157,334 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 144,795 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 126,415 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 126,415 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 113,300 miles

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

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 ZKC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZKC, 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 ZKC registered?

BJ52 ZKC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is BJ52 ZKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ52 ZKC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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