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BJ51 FXT

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,152 mi
Last recorded78,152 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 FXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2019 78,152 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 77,176 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2016 75,930 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 74,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 73,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 71,782 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 69,280 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 66,137 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 62,813 miles

Both headlamps are slightly tarnished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2009 60,531 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 56,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 50,994 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2006 46,039 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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BJ51 FXT is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ51 FXT, 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 BJ51 FXT registered?

BJ51 FXT is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is BJ51 FXT safe to buy?

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