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DY51 NUP

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,743 mi
Last recorded82,743 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 NUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 82,743 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 82,743 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 74,991 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 67,775 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 67,761 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 62,705 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 57,033 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 52,476 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 47,182 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 40,698 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 36,316 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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DY51 NUP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DY51 NUP, 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 DY51 NUP registered?

DY51 NUP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is DY51 NUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 NUP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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