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AV51 YGF

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,774 mi
Last recorded108,774 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 YGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 108,774 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 103,089 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 96,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 92,518 miles

the rear trailing arm bushes are knocking

Pass 1 May 2009 84,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/r tyre tread face deteriorated

Fail 1 May 2009 84,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/r tyre tread face deteriorated

Pass 27 May 2008 78,200 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 72,386 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 68,508 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 YGF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YGF, 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 YGF registered?

AV51 YGF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is AV51 YGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 YGF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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