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YX02 VSV

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

225,501 mi
Last recorded225,501 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX02 VSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 225,501 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2015 214,838 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 214,838 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 204,553 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f head light beam pattern light out put low

Fail 18 Jun 2014 204,279 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

o/s/f and n/s/f head light beam pattern light out put low

Pass 27 Jun 2013 189,846 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 174,467 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 174,467 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 161,658 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 161,658 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 149,595 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 136,323 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 136,323 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 128,183 miles

3 x nails in n/s/r tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front & rear number plates beginning to deteriate

drivers door mirror has chip in glass

Fail 4 Jul 2008 128,183 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

3 x nails in n/s/r tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front & rear number plates beginning to deteriate

drivers door mirror has chip in glass

Pass 7 Jun 2007 133,435 miles

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

Rear number plate

Pass 7 Jun 2006 107,277 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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YX02 VSV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YX02 VSV, 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 YX02 VSV registered?

YX02 VSV is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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