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AX53 NCD

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,616 mi
Last recorded111,616 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 NCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 111,616 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 94,902 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade slightly worn

Fail 25 Nov 2015 94,808 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front wiper blade slightly worn

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 30 Oct 2014 85,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 85,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Nov 2013 66,448 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 45,300 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 42,546 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 38,638 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 38,638 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 33,648 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 29,098 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 26,467 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2007 26,424 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged (2.3.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 19,604 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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AX53 NCD is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AX53 NCD, 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 AX53 NCD registered?

AX53 NCD is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is AX53 NCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 NCD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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