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AP51 AKU

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,846 mi
Last recorded139,846 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 AKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 139,846 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 139,819 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 136,405 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 129,249 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 125,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 121,724 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 117,788 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 113,451 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 109,216 miles

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

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

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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AP51 AKU is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AP51 AKU, 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

How do I check the history of AP51 AKU?

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What year was AP51 AKU registered?

AP51 AKU is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is AP51 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 AKU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP51 AKU have outstanding finance?

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