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DK51 OTA

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,089 mi
Last recorded129,089 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 OTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 129,089 miles

nearside front and offside front tyre worn close to limit - suggest replace

Fail 25 Sep 2014 129,098 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine managment light on dash

epc light on dash

nearside and offside headlamp deterated burt not affecting beam pattern

nearside front and offside front tyre worn close to limit - suggest replace

Pass 27 Sep 2013 125,146 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both sills damaged

exhuast mount broken

offside rear brake has slight bind

offside rear door damaged

Fail 23 Sep 2013 125,028 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both sills damaged

exhuast mount broken

offside rear brake has slight bind

offside rear door damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2012 117,083 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Sep 2011 109,737 miles

Exhuast Braket broken

Fail 6 Sep 2011 109,490 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhuast Braket broken

Pass 7 Sep 2010 101,490 miles

catalytic converter rattling

Pass 7 Sep 2009 93,383 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 93,383 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 80,178 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2007 71,420 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 62,220 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 46,179 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 OTA is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OTA, 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 OTA?

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What year was DK51 OTA registered?

DK51 OTA is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is DK51 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 OTA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK51 OTA have outstanding finance?

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