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AJ03 LGX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,789 mi
Last recorded156,789 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 LGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 156,789 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both yellowing (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive possible gear box leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 154,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from center section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 151,533 miles

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

Offside Front headlight aim within limit but adjuster will not adjust

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 151,533 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front headlight aim within limit but adjuster will not adjust

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 149,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 143,454 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 139,449 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 135,134 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 132,586 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a puncture

Fail 3 Jun 2016 132,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a puncture

Pass 4 Jun 2015 124,843 miles

exhaust system rusty

front brake pads over half worn

marks on alloy wheels

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil leak engine

rear coil springs corroding

slight body damage offside front

wear and rust front and rear brake disc's

wiper baldes worn

Fail 4 Jun 2015 124,843 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

exhaust system rusty

front brake pads over half worn

marks on alloy wheels

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil leak engine

rear coil springs corroding

slight body damage offside front

wear and rust front and rear brake disc's

wiper baldes worn

Pass 1 Jul 2014 118,494 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 111,084 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 105,053 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 105,053 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 98,668 miles

o/s cv gaiter has pin hole

Pass 9 Jun 2010 91,027 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 79,603 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 68,412 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 57,973 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 43,845 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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AJ03 LGX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ03 LGX, 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 AJ03 LGX registered?

AJ03 LGX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is AJ03 LGX safe to buy?

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