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BD03 FKJ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

161,980 mi
Last recorded161,980 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 FKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 161,980 miles

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

raer axle bushes split

Pass 17 Nov 2021 155,955 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 150,792 miles

o/s/r brake plate damaged, rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 11 Nov 2020 150,792 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt missing centre receiver (7.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

o/s/r brake plate damaged, rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2019 147,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along front floor (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 147,840 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded in front of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along front floor (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 138,565 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 128,176 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 122,153 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 116,305 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 106,581 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 106,581 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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 25 Sep 2013 101,495 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 95,135 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 89,380 miles

o/s frt tyre wearing

Pass 20 Jul 2010 74,973 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 74,950 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 65,829 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 65,234 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 51,457 miles

THE WINDOWS HAVE BEEN TINTED

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,693 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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BD03 FKJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 BD03 FKJ, 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 BD03 FKJ registered?

BD03 FKJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is BD03 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 FKJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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