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AV51 EHH

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

165,811 mi
Last recorded165,811 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 EHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 165,811 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 164,076 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 162,125 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 160,682 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 158,337 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 155,515 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 153,639 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 150,531 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 147,062 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 142,337 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 138,691 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 138,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 135,153 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 128,800 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 124,109 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 115,694 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 115,694 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 106,188 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 106,188 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 96,353 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 87,505 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 75,560 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 62,370 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AV51 EHH is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AV51 EHH, 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

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What year was AV51 EHH registered?

AV51 EHH is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is AV51 EHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 EHH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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