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DU51 CRJ

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,310 mi
Last recorded146,310 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 CRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2012 146,310 miles

exhaust front flexy pipe deterioated

exhaust front pipe mounting broken off pipe

Fail 2 Oct 2012 146,233 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

front discs in very poor condition on inner faces

rear discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2011 133,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

items hanging from mirror (removed for test)

nearside front brake disc ridged

nearside mirror lens missing

offside front brake disc slightly worn and pitted

offside rear tyre has small cut, reaching cords

Pass 4 Oct 2010 120,305 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED INNERS

Fail 4 Oct 2010 120,305 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED INNERS

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 105,816 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 91,093 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 86,369 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 86,369 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 79,547 miles

Offside Front 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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DU51 CRJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU51 CRJ, 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 DU51 CRJ?

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What year was DU51 CRJ registered?

DU51 CRJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is DU51 CRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 CRJ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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