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AO51 EYS

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

106,803 mi
Last recorded106,803 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 EYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 106,803 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 104,665 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 101,986 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 99,848 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 97,385 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 94,617 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 90,944 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 86,884 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 83,176 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 79,513 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 79,513 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 75,930 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 71,921 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 67,880 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 64,354 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 60,368 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 56,273 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 52,152 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 43,556 miles

exhaust rear box corroded around mounting bracket

Pass 6 Sep 2007 43,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 39,227 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 34,685 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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AO51 EYS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AO51 EYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 EYS registered?

AO51 EYS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AO51 EYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 EYS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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