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EX51 SVF

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,714 mi
Last recorded102,714 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 SVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 102,714 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 96,094 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 96,094 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 91,395 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 91,351 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 88,602 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 85,288 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 85,279 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 82,580 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 82,580 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 79,074 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 75,280 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 71,271 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 67,062 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 65,333 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 61,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 57,636 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 54,144 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 50,916 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both front brake discs slightly coroded/pitted

Pass 18 Sep 2010 47,351 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 18 Sep 2010 47,351 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 Sep 2009 43,601 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 40,557 miles

off side rear tyre as slight cracking to side wall

Pass 17 Sep 2007 36,724 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 32,461 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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EX51 SVF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX51 SVF, 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

How do I check the history of EX51 SVF?

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What year was EX51 SVF registered?

EX51 SVF is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is EX51 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 SVF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 SVF have outstanding finance?

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