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BD51 UAE

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

168,688 mi
Last recorded168,688 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 UAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 168,688 miles

front headlights slight discolour not affecting beam pattern

rear axle bushes slight movement front cv gaiters slight perishing n/s/f shocker slight misting of oil slight play n/s/f track rod end

Pass 31 Aug 2018 166,098 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2017 165,632 miles

n/s cv boot cracked & perished headlights discoloured slight play n/s anti roll bar rubber

Pass 31 Aug 2016 157,259 miles

rear discs & pads low rear tyres worn

Pass 1 Sep 2015 151,174 miles

front & rear brake discs worn headlights discoloured

Pass 29 Aug 2014 143,593 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 135,009 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 135,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2012 128,163 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 120,807 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 108,753 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 101,614 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 101,614 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 185,411 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 169,299 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 154,695 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 108,822 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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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BD51 UAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BD51 UAE, 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.

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What year was BD51 UAE registered?

BD51 UAE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is BD51 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 UAE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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