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AF03 EYP

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,936 mi
Last recorded107,936 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 EYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 107,936 miles

Engine management light on

Front under section has corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside rear view mirror damaged

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Fail 21 Dec 2017 107,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine management light on

Front under section has corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside rear view mirror damaged

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 106,293 miles

Front Tyres worn from outer edge

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 102,320 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 98,977 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 98,977 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 92,793 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 92,793 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

engine management lamp on

Pass 15 May 2012 79,883 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2012 79,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 76,314 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 69,956 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 65,147 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 62,019 miles

Both door mirror glasses cracked but still give a clear view.

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

Fail 29 May 2007 50,856 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 29 May 2007 50,856 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2006 38,064 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 May 2006 38,064 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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AF03 EYP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AF03 EYP, 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 AF03 EYP registered?

AF03 EYP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is AF03 EYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 EYP shows 18 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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