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FD51 YTE

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

250,041 mi
Last recorded250,041 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 YTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 250,041 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 221,104 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s/ trck rod end (2.2.C.1c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 May 2016 221,104 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s/ trck rod end (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion ving (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 195,621 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 176,561 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 160,496 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 155,756 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 141,661 miles

Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 128,285 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 118,294 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 109,840 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 103,700 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 91,917 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 YTE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FD51 YTE, 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 FD51 YTE registered?

FD51 YTE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is FD51 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 YTE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD51 YTE have outstanding finance?

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