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DX51 EZB

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,774 mi
Last recorded138,774 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 EZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 138,774 miles

Engine cover fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front/rear (0.1 (b))

Trailer electrical socket damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 138,770 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Engine cover fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front/rear (0.1 (b))

Trailer electrical socket damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 128,139 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 123,092 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 123,092 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre pipe bracket broken (7.1.1)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 113,139 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 113,139 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 101,904 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 92,201 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2014 92,201 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 81,678 miles

Both rear brakes dragging lightly

Pass 23 Aug 2012 69,389 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 69,389 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 57,791 miles

A degree of corrossion and wear in both rear brake disc's

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear 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 17 Aug 2010 48,054 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 42,861 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 38,131 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 33,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 28,963 miles

rear brake pads slightly binding

Pass 7 Sep 2005 23,689 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 EZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EZB, 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 DX51 EZB registered?

DX51 EZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is DX51 EZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 EZB shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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