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EJ51 YMT

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,272 mi
Last recorded149,272 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ51 YMT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 149,272 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 106,207 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 106,207 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 96,556 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 84,696 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 71,481 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 58,878 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 51,604 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 51,600 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,039 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 36,896 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 30,056 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 25,324 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 25,324 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 21,214 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 17,191 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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EJ51 YMT is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ51 YMT, 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 EJ51 YMT registered?

EJ51 YMT is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is EJ51 YMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ51 YMT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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