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BN53 WGM

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,351 mi
Last recorded107,351 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 WGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 107,351 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 90,884 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both lower wings and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 82,053 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 71,474 miles

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 62,342 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 55,700 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2019 55,698 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 49,389 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower wing corroded by sill but still secure.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 49,384 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Lower wing corroded by sill but still secure.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 49,035 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 49,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 47,874 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 45,649 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 42,079 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 39,488 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

n/s/r/ tyre light stepping inner edge

Pass 8 Aug 2012 38,315 miles

front tyres differant aspec ratio to rears

Pass 18 Aug 2011 36,608 miles

both rear tyres differant aspect ratio to fronts

slight damage to n/s/f wing and bumper corner

Pass 3 Aug 2010 35,115 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 32,292 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 28,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 24,304 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,592 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 WGM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WGM, 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 WGM registered?

BN53 WGM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BN53 WGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 WGM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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