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BD03 ZFA

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,582 mi
Last recorded139,582 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 ZFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 139,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 130,131 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 128,157 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front wing has surface corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2019 125,573 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 125,573 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 121,783 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 121,783 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 113,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 109,282 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended x2 shocker tops have slight movement (2.4.F.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 slight low (4.1.E.1)

emissions too clean no print out given

Pass 16 Nov 2015 103,199 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 103,199 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 94,822 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

auxillary belt tensioner worn

both headlamp aims weak

lower half of front bumper missing

Fail 10 Feb 2015 94,822 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

auxillary belt tensioner worn

both headlamp aims weak

lower half of front bumper missing

Pass 24 Feb 2014 84,478 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 84,478 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 69,878 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage to centre rear lap belt , burnt?

front tyres worn on edges

imbalance on front brake application 21%

oil level low

Pass 6 Mar 2012 54,157 miles

Both front lower arm rear bushes have slight play.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 52,853 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 49,985 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 47,388 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 45,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 45,633 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,150 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 28,902 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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BD03 ZFA is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZFA, 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 ZFA registered?

BD03 ZFA is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BD03 ZFA safe to buy?

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