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BU51 XCV

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,414 mi
Last recorded150,414 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 XCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2013 150,414 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 146,744 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 140,021 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 131,654 miles

front wheels at some stage have been fouling inner arches (suspension lowered) not catching at mot test

Pass 17 Nov 2009 122,900 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 112,620 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside mirror cracked

Pass 19 Nov 2007 98,574 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 94,929 miles

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

offside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 10 Mar 2006 84,217 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 XCV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XCV, 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 XCV registered?

BU51 XCV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is BU51 XCV safe to buy?

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