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AO52 YMG

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

256,310 mi
Last recorded256,310 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 YMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 256,310 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 256,308 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 250,936 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 250,936 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 236,184 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 278,748 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 204,242 miles

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

Rear tyre wall cracking.

Pass 10 Apr 2013 187,784 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 178,913 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 171,128 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 154,505 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 154,505 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 144,659 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 129,284 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 116,156 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 87,158 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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AO52 YMG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AO52 YMG, 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

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What year was AO52 YMG registered?

AO52 YMG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is AO52 YMG safe to buy?

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