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CU02 FBK

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,023 mi
Last recorded166,023 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU02 FBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 166,023 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 166,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 163,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 160,351 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 160,351 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 157,814 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 153,649 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 151,190 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 141,471 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 128,631 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 118,629 miles

Secure both registration plates.

Pass 25 Jan 2012 116,173 miles

o/s/f inner r/end s/playing.

Pass 1 May 2010 116,232 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 106,223 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 106,223 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/r door unopenable

Pass 8 Apr 2008 98,346 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 89,082 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 76,777 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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CU02 FBK is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU02 FBK, 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 CU02 FBK registered?

CU02 FBK is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 March 2002.

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