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BL51 HJU

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,095 mi
Last recorded54,095 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 HJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 54,095 miles

track rod end rubbers perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2017 53,938 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 53,938 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 52,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

parking brake efficiency only just met. system may require repair or adjustment

Pass 30 Jan 2015 51,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 30 Jan 2015 51,063 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Jan 2014 49,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 48,375 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 46,983 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 45,530 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 44,218 miles

Offside rear door fails to open from outside

Slight outer wall damage to the nearside front tyre

Pass 26 Jan 2009 42,998 miles

airbag warning light remains on

Pass 25 Jan 2008 41,652 miles

airbag warning remains on

Fail 25 Jan 2008 41,649 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

airbag warning remains on

Pass 17 Nov 2006 38,024 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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BL51 HJU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL51 HJU, 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 BL51 HJU registered?

BL51 HJU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is BL51 HJU safe to buy?

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