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AG52 WGC

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

133,054 mi
Last recorded133,054 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG52 WGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 133,054 miles

Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 133,054 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 128,474 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 128,474 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 122,869 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 122,862 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 117,503 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 117,503 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 114,194 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 114,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 107,309 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 100,341 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 91,088 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 91,088 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 85,062 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 85,062 miles

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

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 75,758 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 75,758 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 66,354 miles

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 12 Apr 2008 58,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 50,593 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 39,050 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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AG52 WGC is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AG52 WGC, 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 AG52 WGC registered?

AG52 WGC is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is AG52 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG52 WGC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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