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AD02 FTU

2002 Volkswagen Bora

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,767 mi
Last recorded96,767 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 FTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 96,767 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 96,764 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 86,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 80,815 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 80,759 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 73,824 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 67,334 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 67,274 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both front tyres have excess wear to centre tread due to over inflation.

Engine management light indicating a fault.

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

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

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

Slight oil leak @ g/box.

Slight wear to brake pedal rubber.

Pass 3 Sep 2008 59,476 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 51,969 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 45,148 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 35,278 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 FTU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FTU, 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 FTU registered?

AD02 FTU is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is AD02 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 FTU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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