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BN03 TDZ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,979 mi
Last recorded173,979 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 173,979 miles

oil leaks

Fail 31 Jul 2015 173,728 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 161,135 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front coil springs - BORDERLINE PASS

front side repeters - BORDERLINE PASS

oil leak - BORDERLINE PASS

rear tyres inner vtread wearing uneven

Fail 19 Jul 2014 160,984 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front coil springs - BORDERLINE PASS

front side repeters - BORDERLINE PASS

oil leak - BORDERLINE PASS

rear tyres inner vtread wearing uneven

Pass 1 Jun 2013 151,811 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 145,408 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 138,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 128,549 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 117,321 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 117,321 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 May 2008 111,536 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 89,093 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 69,419 miles

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

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

nail in tread o/s/r and n/s/r tyres

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 TDZ 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 76.9%.

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 TDZ, 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 BN03 TDZ registered?

BN03 TDZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is BN03 TDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 TDZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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