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AU03 RYV

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,535 mi
Last recorded49,535 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 RYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,535 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 49,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 45,160 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 42,464 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2013 42,464 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 41,199 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,375 miles

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

n/s/f inner cv gater split

Pass 2 Sep 2008 34,501 miles

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 15 Feb 2007 31,416 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 26,210 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 25,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 25,487 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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AU03 RYV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU03 RYV, 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 AU03 RYV?

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What year was AU03 RYV registered?

AU03 RYV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AU03 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 RYV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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