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BN03 YXD

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,950 mi
Last recorded173,950 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 YXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 173,950 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both springs (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 173,950 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both springs (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 160,620 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 151,614 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine light on

Pass 13 Nov 2012 143,312 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 140,110 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 27 Jul 2011 140,110 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 20 Jul 2010 133,986 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 133,986 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

FRONT NO PLATE SLIGHTLY DETERIATED

Pass 8 Jul 2009 102,555 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 68,596 miles

front wipers smear

os washer jet poor

Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,080 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 15,766 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 YXD is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,595cc petrol 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 YXD, 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 BN03 YXD registered?

BN03 YXD is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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The MOT history for BN03 YXD 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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