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DE51 DKF

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,208 mi
Last recorded131,208 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 DKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 131,208 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 114,903 miles

Change engine oil.

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 107,803 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 100,143 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 90,760 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 82,895 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 82,885 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 72,192 miles

both sides rear axle bushes worn

Pass 15 Mar 2008 16,137 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 53,358 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 44,694 miles

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

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

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

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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DE51 DKF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DE51 DKF, 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 DE51 DKF registered?

DE51 DKF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is DE51 DKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 DKF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE51 DKF have outstanding finance?

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