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AE53 WTG

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

112,029 mi
Last recorded112,029 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 112,029 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2016 112,029 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 101,673 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 16 Dec 2013 90,935 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 90,935 miles

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

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

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

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 20 Dec 2012 82,008 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 82,008 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 73,250 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 64,898 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2010 64,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 56,234 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 56,230 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 43,097 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 43,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 35,186 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 33,501 miles

front pipe mounting brackett corroded through weld on nearside,but still supporting.

Fail 18 Dec 2007 33,501 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front pipe mounting brackett corroded through weld on nearside,but still supporting.

Pass 19 Dec 2006 26,845 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 WTG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 WTG, 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.

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What year was AE53 WTG registered?

AE53 WTG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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