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SG02 TNO

2002 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

183,094 mi
Last recorded183,094 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Bora97,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG02 TNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 183,094 miles

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

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

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

engine light on

Fail 15 Feb 2016 183,070 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

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

engine light on

Pass 24 Jan 2015 179,182 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine light on

Fail 23 Jan 2015 179,176 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine light on

Pass 7 Feb 2014 175,221 miles

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

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

engine light on

nearside front tyre outer edge worn

Pass 8 Feb 2013 165,318 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 165,318 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

o/s/rear door not opening from inside /outside

rear windscreen damaged ---

Pass 30 Jan 2012 147,925 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2012 147,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 121,128 miles

N/S FRONT TYRE-WALL CUT (DEEP), O/S REAR TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT, NAILED & BADLY CRACKED...ALL BRAKE-PADS ARE WORN, FRONT DISCS ARE BADLY CORRODE & LIPPED..., FRONT TYRE GEATHERED, ALIGNMENT NEEDED & OIL LEAKING BELOW/AROUND ENGINE......Thanx.

Pass 3 Aug 2009 101,790 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 89,870 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 76,063 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 55,875 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 54,228 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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SG02 TNO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SG02 TNO, 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 SG02 TNO registered?

SG02 TNO is a 2002 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is SG02 TNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG02 TNO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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