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AV51 KBN

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

183,788 mi
Last recorded183,788 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 KBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 183,788 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 185,599 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 185,530 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2011 156,776 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak

both rear brake discs corroded

slight damage on front registration plate

Pass 2 Nov 2010 145,813 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 145,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 167,870 miles

exhaust corroded at cat

Pass 2 Sep 2009 162,483 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 155,109 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 155,109 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 126,740 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 126,740 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 100,015 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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AV51 KBN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBN, 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.

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What year was AV51 KBN registered?

AV51 KBN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is AV51 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 KBN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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