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DK51 HHS

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,041 mi
Last recorded164,041 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 HHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 164,041 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 163,940 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2016 154,793 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 144,555 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 137,797 miles

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

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

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

rear brake discs worn low

Pass 29 May 2013 129,915 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 123,205 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 115,588 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 115,588 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 108,129 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 96,373 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 86,940 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 77,568 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 66,840 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 HHS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HHS, 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 DK51 HHS registered?

DK51 HHS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DK51 HHS safe to buy?

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