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AD02 LCO

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,123 mi
Last recorded148,123 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 148,123 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both sides rear (2.4.F.3)

head light lenses poor condition

Fail 12 Aug 2015 148,123 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both sides rear (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

head light lenses poor condition

Pass 7 Aug 2014 142,031 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 134,003 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 134,003 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 127,165 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 121,100 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 121,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 113,362 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 18 Feb 2010 113,362 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 104,173 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 104,173 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 88,619 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 70,747 miles

drivers side rear brake binding slightly

engine oil level on mimimum level

smoke test just within limits attension required

Pass 13 Jan 2006 55,370 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 LCO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AD02 LCO, 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 LCO registered?

AD02 LCO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is AD02 LCO safe to buy?

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