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BO51 AJY

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

76,949 mi
Last recorded76,949 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 AJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 76,949 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Jul 2017 76,949 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Jul 2017 76,918 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure damage (8.2.2)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear tyres side wall perished

Pass 23 Jul 2016 73,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2016 73,736 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2015 70,757 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 70,757 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 66,710 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 66,710 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 62,034 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 54,736 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 50,254 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 50,254 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 46,076 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 43,499 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 40,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 40,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 34,491 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack where tread meets sidewall

Pass 15 Aug 2006 29,299 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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BO51 AJY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 99,879 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BO51 AJY, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BO51 AJY registered?

BO51 AJY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is BO51 AJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 AJY shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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