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Y868 FNP

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

139,239 mi
Last recorded139,239 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY868 FNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 139,239 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 138,196 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 137,358 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 136,563 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 135,729 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 133,674 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 131,680 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 129,970 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 127,962 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 127,962 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 126,304 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 126,304 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 125,039 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 123,225 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 120,992 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 119,368 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 117,600 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 113,864 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 113,864 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 110,705 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 105,709 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 101,880 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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Y868 FNP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y868 FNP, 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 Y868 FNP registered?

Y868 FNP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y868 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y868 FNP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y868 FNP have outstanding finance?

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