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DK51 VPM

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

189,502 mi
Last recorded189,502 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 VPM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 189,502 miles

Headlamp covers cloudy need cleaning

Pass 29 Oct 2019 180,559 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 172,266 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 156,701 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 143,873 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 143,873 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 129,726 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 115,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 100,209 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 89,184 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 75,828 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 59,665 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 51,989 miles

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

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 15 Oct 2009 51,989 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2008 48,902 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 41,189 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 36,457 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 36,457 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VPM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VPM, 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 VPM registered?

DK51 VPM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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The MOT history for DK51 VPM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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