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Y867 HRN

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,271 mi
Last recorded118,271 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY867 HRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 118,271 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Fail 26 May 2026 118,270 miles

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2025 115,834 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 114,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 112,410 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2023 112,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 110,837 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive next to axle bush has been repaired but advised to replace (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 110,835 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive next to axle bush has been repaired but advised to replace (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 110,806 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axel beam holed and corroded next to mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 109,412 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 108,415 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 108,413 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 105,920 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 100,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CAT (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2018 100,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CAT (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 95,065 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 92,021 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 92,021 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 89,724 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 89,724 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 86,334 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs corroded + worn replacement recommended

Pass 4 Jun 2013 82,840 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 79,310 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 72,734 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 67,328 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 60,981 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 54,335 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 46,144 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 39,623 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 31,357 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)

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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Y867 HRN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y867 HRN, 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 Y867 HRN registered?

Y867 HRN is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y867 HRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y867 HRN shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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