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EF51 GVD

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,391 mi
Last recorded111,391 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 GVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 111,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 100,504 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 96,389 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 90,151 miles

Nearside Front Inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 2 Mar 2017 85,420 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 81,123 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 72,035 miles

rear axle bushes torn

rear brake pads 3mm

Pass 11 Oct 2013 67,242 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2013 67,242 miles

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 61,810 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 54,379 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 48,969 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 44,501 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 44,501 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 39,682 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 35,140 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 29,606 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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EF51 GVD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EF51 GVD, 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 EF51 GVD registered?

EF51 GVD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is EF51 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 GVD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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