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AU53 VOO

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,819 mi
Last recorded90,819 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 VOO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 90,819 miles

both headlights poor image

rear exhaust repaired with wire

Fail 8 Dec 2020 90,814 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both headlights poor image

rear exhaust repaired with wire

Pass 8 May 2019 77,300 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 71,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 66,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 63,901 miles

front exhaust section corroding

Pass 19 May 2015 61,269 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 59,288 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 56,975 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 54,125 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 54,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 47,426 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,323 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,501 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,453 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 20,033 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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AU53 VOO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU53 VOO, 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 AU53 VOO registered?

AU53 VOO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 VOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 VOO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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