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BN53 EKF

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,085 mi
Last recorded65,085 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 EKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 65,085 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes cracking / perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 62,315 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both trailing arms (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 62,310 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both trailing arms (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 58,112 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 54,666 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 54,666 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 49,993 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 41,726 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 34,366 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 32,570 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 30,652 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 28,553 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 26,191 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 23,630 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 20,740 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 18,505 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 16,137 miles

warning light on dash.

Pass 17 Aug 2007 13,858 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 10,261 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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BN53 EKF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN53 EKF, 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 BN53 EKF registered?

BN53 EKF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 EKF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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