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AE53 UOH

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,413 mi
Last recorded102,413 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 UOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 102,413 miles

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

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

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

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2014 96,913 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 86,614 miles

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

engine management lights on

Pass 5 Oct 2012 77,482 miles

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

e.m.l lamp on

Pass 6 Oct 2011 68,245 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres have cuts on sidewalls

Pass 12 Oct 2010 59,071 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 52,689 miles

Front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 30 Sep 2008 44,872 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 44,872 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 37,517 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 37,517 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 28,530 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 28,530 miles

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

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

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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AE53 UOH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,004 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 AE53 UOH, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 UOH registered?

AE53 UOH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is AE53 UOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 UOH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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