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AO53 POJ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,069 mi
Last recorded150,069 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 POJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 150,069 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 136,232 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 133,384 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 1 Dec 2014 133,384 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 120,498 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 111,690 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 98,005 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 83,857 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 19 Nov 2009 71,457 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 58,992 miles

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

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 26 Nov 2007 45,982 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 35,263 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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AO53 POJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AO53 POJ, 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 AO53 POJ registered?

AO53 POJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is AO53 POJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 POJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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