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BG53 KEK

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

186,065 mi
Last recorded186,065 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 KEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 186,065 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 178,459 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jan 2025 178,411 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 165,616 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2024 165,616 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 155,257 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 155,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 146,312 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked on passenger side. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 146,312 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked on passenger side. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 129,044 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r 2.8mm n/s/f 2.5mm o/s/f 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 116,566 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 116,530 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 110,586 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 99,129 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

tracking required

Pass 6 May 2016 88,051 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,857 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 72,925 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 72,925 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 64,687 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2012 58,961 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 58,961 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 53,923 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 48,987 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 42,608 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,121 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 26,422 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 19,968 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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BG53 KEK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BG53 KEK, 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.

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What year was BG53 KEK registered?

BG53 KEK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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