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FD51 TXP

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,990 mi
Last recorded126,990 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 TXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2011 126,990 miles

Front pads low.

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

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

Nearside rear tyre has cut in wall.

Nearside rear tyre wall close to legal limit.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2011 126,990 miles

Front pads low.

Nearside rear tyre has cut in wall.

Nearside rear tyre wall close to legal limit.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Aug 2010 114,169 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 114,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 113,600 miles

Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Feb 2009 113,600 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 96,834 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 80,842 miles

ofside rear tyre as cuts on inside wall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

rear number plate slignt deteriorated

Fail 1 Feb 2006 65,038 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 65,038 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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FD51 TXP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD51 TXP, 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 FD51 TXP?

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What year was FD51 TXP registered?

FD51 TXP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is FD51 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 TXP shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD51 TXP have outstanding finance?

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