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BT02 NNC

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89,007 mi
Last recorded89,007 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 NNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2022 89,007 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 84,890 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 84,890 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 79,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 79,724 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 74,979 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 74,979 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 70,528 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 70,525 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 66,425 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2017 66,425 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanging bracket detatched (7.1.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 61,676 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 55,390 miles

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroded

(4.1D.1b)The offside rear tyre outer wall is deteriorating

(5.2.6)The offside front seat belt prescribed area (lower outer sill)has corrosion present,which at the time of the inspection has not reached the point of test failure

(6.1.1)The offside front lower outer sill along the length has corrosion present,which at the time of the inspection has not reached the point of test failure

(7.1.2a)The front exhaust silencer is excessively deteriorated and has small leak(s) present

(7.2.1)The fuel tank straps are deteriorating

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 24 Jun 2014 53,610 miles

(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism detected at the steering wheel has slight free play,wear present within the steering mechanism

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack to track rod ball joint,bearing is worn

(2.2B.1f)the nearside front steering rack to track rod ball joint,bearing is worn (under load)

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroded,pitted

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc inner face is corroded,pitted

(3.5.1i)The offside rear brake disc face is corroded,pitted

(3.7A.2)The service brakes rate of increase across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.4)The service brakes rate of decrease across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (1) are at 22%,indicating that they are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 3.16mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.42mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

(5.2.6)The offside front seat belt prescribed area (lower outer sill area)has corrosion present,which at the time of the inspection has met the minimum criteria

(6.1.1)The offside front lower outer sill along the length has corrosion present

(7.1.2a)The exhaust front silencer is deteriorating,and resulting in a slight leak

(7.2.1)The fuel tank securing straps are corroding

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 24 Jun 2014 53,610 miles

(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism detected at the steering wheel has slight free play,wear present within the steering mechanism

(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack to track rod ball joint,bearing is worn

(2.2B.1f)the nearside front steering rack to track rod ball joint,bearing is worn (under load)

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroded,pitted

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc inner face is corroded,pitted

(3.5.1i)The offside rear brake disc face is corroded,pitted

(3.7A.2)The service brakes rate of increase across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.4)The service brakes rate of decrease across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (1) are at 22%,indicating that they are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 3.16mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.42mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

(5.2.6)The offside front seat belt prescribed area (lower outer sill area)has corrosion present,which at the time of the inspection has met the minimum criteria

(6.1.1)The offside front lower outer sill along the length has corrosion present

(7.1.2a)The exhaust front silencer is deteriorating,and resulting in a slight leak

(7.2.1)The fuel tank securing straps are corroding

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 20 Jun 2013 50,890 miles

(1.9.2a)The offside front A Post location wiring harness rubber covering is insecure

(2.4A.3)The offside front suspension prescribed area (sill area)has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure at the time of examination

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroding.Seek expert advice before considering renewal

(3.7.2e)The front service brakes proportionality during their reducing mode are at 23%

(3.7A.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes are at 16:20%

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

(5.2.6)The offside lower outer sill along the length has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure at the time of examination

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 46,788 miles

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

(7.4B.4)The exhaust emits smoke which at the time of retest is not considered significant enough to obscure the view of another road user,which was not present when original test carried out,which might only be present when the engine is running

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

during cold start conditions.

Fail 26 Jun 2012 46,788 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

(3.5.1g)The nearside rear brake pad(s) are wearing thin

(3.5.1g)The offside rear brake pad(s) are wearing thin

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is dirty at the top margin area along the length

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 18 Jun 2011 41,280 miles

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)The offside lower outer sill along its length has surface corrosion present,which could soon require attention

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 16 Jun 2011 41,280 miles

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

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)The offside lower outer sill along its length has surface corrosion present,which could soon require attention

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 17 Jun 2010 36,977 miles

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices

(5.2.6)The offside (Right side) lower outer sill has surface corrosion present along its length

(6.1.4)The nearside rear (Left side) outer wheel arch has slight damage present

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

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

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

Fail 17 Jun 2010 36,977 miles

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices

(5.2.6)The offside (Right side) lower outer sill has surface corrosion present along its length

(6.1.4)The nearside rear (Left side) outer wheel arch has slight damage present

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

Pass 28 May 2009 31,989 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 28,788 miles

all tyres badly cracked sidewalls rear axle bushes splitting

Pass 17 May 2007 26,683 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,839 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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BT02 NNC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BT02 NNC, 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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BT02 NNC is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 May 2002.

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