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AD51 RZX

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,774 mi
Last recorded107,774 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 RZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 107,774 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 105,492 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 103,226 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 101,042 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2022 101,042 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 91,477 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 81,644 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 59,606 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 59,606 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 37,774 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 29,261 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 27,954 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 26,481 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 25,218 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 23,976 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 22,675 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,628 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 20,437 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,198 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 17,961 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 16,732 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 15,329 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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AD51 RZX is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 AD51 RZX, 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

How do I check the history of AD51 RZX?

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What year was AD51 RZX registered?

AD51 RZX is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is AD51 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 RZX shows 22 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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