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BK52 ZYC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,012 mi
Last recorded76,012 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 ZYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 76,012 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 75,655 miles

exhaust front pipe slightly deteriorated

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Dec 2014 69,977 miles

exhaust front pipe deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 1 Dec 2014 69,967 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust front pipe deteriorated

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2013 63,296 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside & nearside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 3 Dec 2013 63,296 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside & nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2012 57,841 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,482 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 49,057 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 43,699 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 43,491 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)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 38,594 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 32,277 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 24,502 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 ZYC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc 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 BK52 ZYC, 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 BK52 ZYC registered?

BK52 ZYC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is BK52 ZYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK52 ZYC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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