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BK03 VGM

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,244 mi
Last recorded45,244 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 VGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 45,244 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 45,131 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 44,336 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 39,792 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 38,559 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 37,606 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 36,766 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 36,707 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 34,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 May 2016 34,611 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 6 Jan 2015 31,733 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 31,677 miles

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

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Nov 2010 26,995 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 26,976 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,150 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 21,141 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,381 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 12,725 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 9,714 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,645 miles

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

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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BK03 VGM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK03 VGM, 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 BK03 VGM registered?

BK03 VGM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BK03 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 VGM shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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