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Volkswagen Bora TDI ST Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Bora TDI ST reliable? We analysed 263 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 263 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.1%
Typical Mileage
179,969mi
Annual Mileage
6,127mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Bora TDI ST is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Bora TDI ST.

Volkswagen Bora TDI ST Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Bora TDI ST. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Bora TDI ST Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Bora TDI ST owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,173 mi/yr
Typical
6,127 mi/yr
Average
6,921 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,302 mi/yr

Volkswagen Bora TDI ST Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Bora TDI ST MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
179,969 mi
75th Percentile
205,908 mi
95th Percentile
252,435 mi
Max Recorded
564,611 mi

How Does the Volkswagen Bora TDI ST Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Bora TDI ST THIS CAR 68.1% 263 179,969 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz Sprinter 513 CDI 86.2% 494 138,166 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Bora TDI ST trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Bora TDI ST?

The Volkswagen Bora TDI ST has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.1% across 263 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Volkswagen Bora TDI ST owner drives around 6,127 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Bora TDI ST — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Bora TDI ST reliable?
Based on 263 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Bora TDI ST has a 68.1% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Bora TDI ST?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Bora TDI ST do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Bora TDI ST does around 6,127 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Bora TDI ST last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Bora TDI ST?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.