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AV03 SSX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,918 mi
Last recorded117,918 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 SSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2014 117,918 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 104,872 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 104,565 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 89,497 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 73,215 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 73,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 60,804 miles

( n/s front mirror broken ) Removed

Pass 24 Mar 2009 48,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 41,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,476 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 26,419 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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AV03 SSX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AV03 SSX, 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

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What year was AV03 SSX registered?

AV03 SSX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is AV03 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 SSX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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