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SL53 TMO

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,571 mi
Last recorded147,571 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 TMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 147,571 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 144,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 140,858 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 139,989 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 137,899 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 137,899 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 135,347 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))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 135,346 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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 15 Oct 2019 134,523 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 128,105 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 119,978 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 119,978 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 112,834 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 112,834 miles

Registration plate lamp not working Offside (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 103,381 miles

Rear backbox hanger corroded

Fail 22 Sep 2015 103,379 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Centre exhaust bracket (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear backbox hanger corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2014 96,976 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 90,802 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 83,620 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 75,060 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 65,121 miles

o/s/f brake disc scored

Pass 8 Oct 2009 53,841 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 44,494 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 35,275 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 22,999 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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SL53 TMO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL53 TMO, 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.

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What year was SL53 TMO registered?

SL53 TMO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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