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BX51 YHN

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,146 mi
Last recorded142,146 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 YHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2016 142,146 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 130,873 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 123,940 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

non standard front lights

Pass 17 Sep 2013 117,790 miles

front light units after market

Pass 25 Sep 2012 113,850 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 109,975 miles

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

Nearside front wishbone bush slightly worn

Pass 8 Oct 2010 101,402 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear axle bush slightly worn

Offside rear axle bush slightly worn

Pass 7 Oct 2009 100,017 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 96,457 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 89,308 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 85,576 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 77,044 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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BX51 YHN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BX51 YHN, 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 BX51 YHN registered?

BX51 YHN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is BX51 YHN safe to buy?

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