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BK51 OMM

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

111,703 mi
Last recorded111,703 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 OMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 111,703 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened TOP MOUNT (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 104,879 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 104,870 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 98,310 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 91,678 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osr brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2013 91,678 miles

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

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

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

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

osr brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Nov 2012 83,505 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 74,575 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 74,571 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 67,285 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 67,282 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

oth front tyres low on tread reccomend replace in near future

suspect catalyst fault reccomend replace including lambda sensor

Pass 30 Nov 2009 58,478 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 58,312 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f lock button does not pop up but locks work ok

n/s/f wiper blade starting to seperate but clearing screen ok

Pass 27 Nov 2008 49,376 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 45,905 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 45,905 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,346 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 22,125 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 21,280 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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BK51 OMM is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK51 OMM, 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 BK51 OMM registered?

BK51 OMM is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 January 2002.

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