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AG03 LNC

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,208 mi
Last recorded153,208 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 LNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 153,208 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 149,107 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 145,361 miles

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

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 May 2016 140,355 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 140,259 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 May 2015 133,628 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 126,377 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2013 120,149 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 112,241 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 106,053 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 106,053 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 99,697 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 86,327 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 76,976 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 70,697 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 31 Aug 2006 53,512 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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AG03 LNC is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AG03 LNC, 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 AG03 LNC registered?

AG03 LNC is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is AG03 LNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG03 LNC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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