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AG03 HGU

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

134,392 mi
Last recorded134,392 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 HGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 134,392 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 126,049 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 122,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 122,570 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 112,947 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 112,947 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 103,496 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 103,495 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 88,236 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 76,607 miles

Exhaust support welds fractured. supported but loose.

Fail 10 Nov 2011 76,607 miles

Exhaust support welds fractured. supported but loose.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2010 62,245 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 62,245 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 49,228 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 39,915 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 39,705 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 34,466 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 26,972 miles

catalyst noisey

nearside front tyre worn to 3mm

nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

offside front tyre worn to 3.5mm

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

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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AG03 HGU 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 72.2%.

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 AG03 HGU, 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 AG03 HGU registered?

AG03 HGU is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is AG03 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG03 HGU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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