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AO51 FGP

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

187,277 mi
Last recorded187,277 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 187,277 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All four tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 174,002 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 162,399 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 157,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Jul 2012 140,495 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 134,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 133,534 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2010 124,686 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 124,686 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 116,791 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 106,823 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 95,522 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 95,522 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 86,488 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 FGP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 AO51 FGP, 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 AO51 FGP registered?

AO51 FGP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is AO51 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 FGP 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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