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AM53 HCH

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

163,966 mi
Last recorded163,966 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 HCH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2024 163,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 163,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 154,069 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 143,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 133,509 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 123,698 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 112,625 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 105,472 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 99,851 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 90,097 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 78,516 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 63,130 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,797 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 51,304 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 45,475 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 39,335 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 33,167 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 26,673 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 20,513 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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AM53 HCH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AM53 HCH, 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 AM53 HCH registered?

AM53 HCH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is AM53 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 HCH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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