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CU02 UBB

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,793 mi
Last recorded135,793 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU02 UBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 135,793 miles

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

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

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

engine management light on

n/s sill damage

wipers working but slow

Fail 16 Mar 2015 135,793 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

engine management light on

n/s sill damage

wipers working but slow

Pass 22 Aug 2013 126,481 miles

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

Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 108,933 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 90,311 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 72,497 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 59,239 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 41,715 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 36,392 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 32,363 miles

slight surface cracking in tread of both rear tyres

Pass 17 Mar 2006 26,307 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 UBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UBB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU02 UBB registered?

CU02 UBB is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is CU02 UBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU02 UBB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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