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AJ03 TXT

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,246 mi
Last recorded139,246 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 TXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 139,246 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 130,945 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2015 130,346 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 118,862 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2013 104,393 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 100,313 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 92,332 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 83,572 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 73,852 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 73,852 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 63,909 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 54,267 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 54,261 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 46,218 miles

front brake pads low discs ?

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 TXT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 TXT, 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 TXT registered?

AJ03 TXT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is AJ03 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 TXT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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