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AO03 JUA

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

161,142 mi
Last recorded161,142 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 JUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 161,142 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 152,458 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 152,458 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 142,969 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 136,038 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 136,038 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 129,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Apr 2011 126,436 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 121,805 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 117,339 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 111,876 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 97,770 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 73,871 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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AO03 JUA is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AO03 JUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO03 JUA?

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What year was AO03 JUA registered?

AO03 JUA is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is AO03 JUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 JUA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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