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BF51 OVY

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,478 mi
Last recorded85,478 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 OVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 85,478 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 85,462 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,776 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 73,373 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear brake discs some wear.engine management light on. some of brake pipes covered in grease not alowing a full inspection

Pass 26 Mar 2012 69,340 miles

engine manag ment light on

Pass 25 Mar 2011 65,619 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 61,965 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 59,849 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2008 55,003 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 50,119 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Apr 2006 45,394 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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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BF51 OVY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BF51 OVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 OVY registered?

BF51 OVY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is BF51 OVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 OVY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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