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BP03 DCX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,269 mi
Last recorded111,269 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 DCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 111,269 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 98,940 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2018 98,935 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 87,802 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 76,544 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 66,162 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 60,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

brakes squeeking

center exhaust mount broke

front suspension arm rear bushes cracking

Fail 11 Jun 2014 60,343 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

brakes squeeking

center exhaust mount broke

front suspension arm rear bushes cracking

Pass 11 Jun 2013 53,749 miles

slight exhaust leak at downpipe to cat join

Fail 10 Jun 2013 53,749 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

slight exhaust leak at downpipe to cat join

Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,870 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 41,704 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 35,900 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 30,540 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 25,795 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 19,104 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 13,233 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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BP03 DCX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BP03 DCX, 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 BP03 DCX registered?

BP03 DCX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is BP03 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 DCX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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