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AE53 UWG

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,199 mi
Last recorded80,199 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 80,199 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

exhaust system is badly corroded at front pipe and mid-rear section

n/s/r tyre has cut in sidewall(no cords showing)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 80,199 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

EML light on

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust system is badly corroded at front pipe and mid-rear section

n/s/r tyre has cut in sidewall(no cords showing)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 72,165 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

discs corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2012 63,175 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 58,420 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 53,605 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 47,876 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 42,746 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 37,044 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 31,131 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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AE53 UWG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UWG, 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 UWG registered?

AE53 UWG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is AE53 UWG safe to buy?

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