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CP52 GWX

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

233,781 mi
Last recorded233,781 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 GWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 233,781 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 220,021 miles

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Fail 7 Nov 2017 220,018 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Pass 4 Nov 2016 196,532 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 196,532 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 171,622 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 155,752 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2013 141,915 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 141,915 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 122,282 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2012 122,178 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 98,498 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 84,751 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 78,207 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 27 Nov 2009 78,207 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 71,704 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 71,672 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 62,389 miles

Centre exhaust mounting starting to crack

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 52,465 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 36,645 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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CP52 GWX is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CP52 GWX, 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 CP52 GWX registered?

CP52 GWX is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is CP52 GWX safe to buy?

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