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AV53 GMX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,597 mi
Last recorded146,597 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 GMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 146,597 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 146,502 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 133,426 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 115,607 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 104,925 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 96,831 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 96,808 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 90,644 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres cracking in places.

o/s/f shock is damp slight.

Pass 11 Sep 2009 83,591 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 83,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 76,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 76,665 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 70,099 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 62,263 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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AV53 GMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AV53 GMX, 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 AV53 GMX registered?

AV53 GMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is AV53 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 GMX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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