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AK51 HTA

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,598 mi
Last recorded143,598 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 HTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 143,598 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 127,004 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 119,486 miles

Exhaust centre mounting insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 111,510 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 111,510 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 101,786 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 91,062 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 91,062 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 78,155 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 78,155 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 63,919 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 50,689 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 41,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 33,638 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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AK51 HTA is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 99,879 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 AK51 HTA, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK51 HTA registered?

AK51 HTA is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is AK51 HTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 HTA 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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