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FJ51 XCE

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,026 mi
Last recorded136,026 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 XCE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 136,026 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 136,026 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 124,960 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 124,960 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 110,915 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 96,625 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 82,178 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 82,178 miles

Outer Front Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 70,478 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 58,948 miles

offside front tyre worn on edge

Fail 31 Jan 2011 58,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 28 Jan 2010 45,213 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 38,192 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 32,770 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 27,240 miles

both front tyres close to limiton inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2005 24,985 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FJ51 XCE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FJ51 XCE, 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 FJ51 XCE registered?

FJ51 XCE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FJ51 XCE safe to buy?

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