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DX51 DXC

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

105,497 mi
Last recorded105,497 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 DXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 105,497 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 89,214 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2023 85,009 miles

Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s/r& o/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 81,535 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s/f & o/s/f ()

Pass 20 Nov 2021 72,409 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 72,340 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 72,236 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 72,236 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 71,769 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 71,270 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 70,412 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 70,412 miles

Central Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 67,911 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 64,570 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 60,527 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 57,116 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 54,658 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 52,202 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 49,698 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 47,355 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 44,112 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 38,274 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 31,532 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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DX51 DXC is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DX51 DXC, 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 DX51 DXC?

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What year was DX51 DXC registered?

DX51 DXC is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 DXC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX51 DXC have outstanding finance?

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