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BN03 SXY

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

154,081 mi
Last recorded154,081 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 SXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 154,081 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 145,457 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 138,987 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 132,806 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 124,370 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 113,944 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 113,914 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 104,294 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 93,963 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 85,987 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 71,139 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 59,878 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 46,127 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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BN03 SXY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN03 SXY, 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

How do I check the history of BN03 SXY?

You can check the full history of BN03 SXY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN03 SXY registered?

BN03 SXY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is BN03 SXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 SXY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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