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BU51 XBG

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,039 mi
Last recorded138,039 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 XBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 138,039 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 138,030 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 127,291 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 127,266 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 119,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

tyres osr2mm osf5mm nsr2mm nsf4mm

Pass 22 Nov 2016 112,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 109,187 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres close to legal limit and front tyres cracking on tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2015 109,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres close to legal limit and front tyres cracking on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 104,338 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 98,505 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 98,505 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 94,349 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 89,390 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 81,954 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 76,298 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 70,017 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 62,185 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 54,002 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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BU51 XBG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BU51 XBG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 XBG registered?

BU51 XBG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is BU51 XBG safe to buy?

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