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AE53 UUT

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,465 mi
Last recorded156,465 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 156,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 152,957 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 rears (5.2.3 (e))

eml on

oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2017 138,661 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 124,087 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 128,851 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage bumper corner (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

passenger door does not latch securely closed rear boot lid (6.2.B.1a)

eml on dash

Fail 22 Jul 2015 112,363 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 112,363 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 95,772 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 95,772 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 84,016 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 83,043 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 72,024 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 62,426 miles

EML and EPC light on

Offside front door mirror outer casing previously damaged and has been tapped over for re test

Rear silencer mounting bracket deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 62,114 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

EML and EPC light on

Rear silencer mounting bracket deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 52,643 miles

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

Nearside front brake disc inner face corroded and showing wear

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front door mirror outer casing slightly damaged

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

Fail 6 Aug 2010 52,640 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Nearside front brake disc inner face corroded and showing wear

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front door mirror outer casing slightly damaged

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 42,180 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 42,179 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 31,033 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 26,926 miles

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

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

front number plate damaged

offside front washer jet partially blocked

seperation of rear number plate

Pass 2 Nov 2006 19,294 miles

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

Offside Front 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 UUT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AE53 UUT, 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 UUT registered?

AE53 UUT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is AE53 UUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 UUT shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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