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PA03 GFG

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,810 mi
Last recorded85,810 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA03 GFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 85,810 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 85,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 84,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 83,114 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 80,634 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 78,471 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 76,167 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 73,843 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 71,681 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 69,526 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 66,528 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 63,224 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating.

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 60,757 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 53,393 miles

Centre Exhaust Bracket broken off, requires weld.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 May 2010 53,393 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Exhaust Bracket broken off, requires weld.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2009 50,299 miles

N.S Mirror Glass cracked.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2008 43,866 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 39,336 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 29,903 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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PA03 GFG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,004 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 PA03 GFG, 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 23 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 PA03 GFG registered?

PA03 GFG is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 July 2003.

Is PA03 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA03 GFG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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