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N17 RSY

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

280,556 mi
Last recorded280,556 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN17 RSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 280,556 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 268,041 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both outer sill weak

Pass 31 Oct 2023 256,249 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both outer sills weak

Pass 31 Oct 2022 244,978 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 241,983 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 237,467 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 230,574 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 222,828 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 220,556 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 215,943 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Sep 2016 215,943 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Sep 2015 211,573 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 201,026 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 186,828 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 171,765 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 159,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 153,904 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 144,353 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 134,580 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 121,901 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 104,092 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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N17 RSY is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,729 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 N17 RSY, 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 26 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 N17 RSY registered?

N17 RSY is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is N17 RSY safe to buy?

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