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BK52 EDR

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

184,744 mi
Last recorded184,744 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 EDR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 184,744 miles

Central Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 177,362 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 169,195 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 160,012 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 151,413 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 141,694 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 141,694 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 131,563 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 120,915 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 109,376 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 97,643 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 86,844 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 70,289 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 49,031 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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BK52 EDR is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK52 EDR, 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 BK52 EDR registered?

BK52 EDR is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is BK52 EDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK52 EDR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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