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DK51 EXJ

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,149 mi
Last recorded149,149 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 EXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 149,149 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 137,585 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 125,651 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 125,651 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 107,951 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 99,776 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 93,377 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 83,091 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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DK51 EXJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK51 EXJ, 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

How do I check the history of DK51 EXJ?

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What year was DK51 EXJ registered?

DK51 EXJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is DK51 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 EXJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK51 EXJ have outstanding finance?

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