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AF03 EZK

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

121,971 mi
Last recorded121,971 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 EZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2014 121,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamps misting over.

Nearside front tyre 3mm tread.

Nearside rear tyre 2-3mm tread.

Nearside side repeater damaged.

Offside front tyre 3mm tread.

Rear brake discs getting in poor condition.

Some brake pipes starting to rust.

Fail 27 Nov 2014 121,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamps misting over.

Nearside front tyre 3mm tread.

Nearside rear tyre 2-3mm tread.

Nearside side repeater damaged.

Offside front tyre 3mm tread.

Rear brake discs getting in poor condition.

Some brake pipes starting to rust.

Pass 20 Dec 2013 111,457 miles

engine light on.

oil light on.

rear number plate getting in poor condition.

slight brake bind on offside rear wheel.

some brake pipes starting to rust slightly.

Fail 20 Dec 2013 111,457 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

engine light on.

exhaust system in poor condition.

oil light on.

rear number plate getting in poor condition.

slight brake bind on offside rear wheel.

some brake pipes starting to rust slightly.

Fail 23 Nov 2012 100,108 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f shocker damp

n/s/r tyre outer wall scuffed

o/s/f shocker damp

Pass 23 Nov 2012 100,108 miles

n/s/f shocker damp

n/s/r tyre outer wall scuffed

o/s/f shocker damp

Fail 22 Nov 2011 90,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

exhaust center mount broken

o/s/f shocker damp

Pass 22 Nov 2011 90,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust center mount broken

o/s/f shocker damp

Pass 14 Dec 2010 79,918 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 69,895 miles

front exhaust bracket part broken

middle exhaust bracket broken

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 69,895 miles

front exhaust bracket part broken

middle exhaust bracket broken

Pass 27 Oct 2008 59,647 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 59,647 miles

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

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

exhaust corroding

rear discs worn

Pass 17 Sep 2007 48,379 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 37,983 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 EZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EZK, 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 AF03 EZK registered?

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

Is AF03 EZK safe to buy?

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