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AD02 FMA

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

200,241 mi
Last recorded200,241 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 FMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 200,241 miles

N/S door mirror casing damaged.

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

O/S door mirror casing damaged.

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 200,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

N/S door mirror casing damaged.

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

O/S door mirror casing damaged.

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 193,969 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 180,257 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2010 150,940 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 150,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 126,102 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 29 Apr 2009 126,102 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 98,988 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2007 72,178 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 50,759 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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AD02 FMA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AD02 FMA, 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 AD02 FMA registered?

AD02 FMA is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is AD02 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FMA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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