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FN51 XTO

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Gold Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,812 mi
Last recorded114,812 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 XTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 114,812 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise n/s/r brake disc heavey corored

advise o/s/r brake discs heavey corored

Fail 9 Jan 2015 114,810 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise n/s/r brake disc heavey corored

advise o/s/r brake discs heavey corored

Pass 5 Jul 2013 112,273 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 107,156 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 100,504 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 91,543 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 81,106 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 68,488 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 60,534 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 60,534 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)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 46,248 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 46,248 miles

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 40,929 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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FN51 XTO is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Gold with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FN51 XTO, 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 FN51 XTO registered?

FN51 XTO is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is FN51 XTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 XTO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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