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E20 TCH

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

167,393 mi
Last recorded167,393 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE20 TCH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 167,393 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 166,052 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 166,030 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar missing both (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner constant velocity boot (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 164,750 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (2.4.A.3)

rear subframe corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2015 161,822 miles

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

rear subframe corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2014 156,773 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 149,531 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 149,526 miles

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

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 142,309 miles

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

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

air bag light on

front anti roll bar catching on drive shafts

Fail 6 Aug 2012 142,309 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

air bag light on

front anti roll bar catching on drive shafts

Pass 5 Aug 2011 133,934 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 133,915 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 125,256 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 113,528 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 104,514 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 94,788 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 94,788 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 85,502 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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E20 TCH is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 E20 TCH, 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.

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E20 TCH is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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