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AO53 YJK

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,281 mi
Last recorded162,281 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 YJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2018 162,281 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 45,328 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

water damage to rear number plate

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 YJK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJK, 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 AO53 YJK?

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What year was AO53 YJK registered?

AO53 YJK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is AO53 YJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 YJK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO53 YJK have outstanding finance?

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