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Y869 JDG

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,092 mi
Last recorded74,092 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY869 JDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2020 74,092 miles

offside front shock absorber weeping

Pass 7 Jan 2019 71,263 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 68,754 miles

both rear tyres perishing

nearside rear tyre under inflated and screw in tread

Fail 5 Jan 2018 68,754 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

nearside rear tyre under inflated and screw in tread

Pass 6 Jan 2017 65,723 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 61,838 miles

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

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 13 Jan 2015 58,599 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 54,876 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 51,492 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 47,885 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2011 44,390 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/f tyre cracking!

o/s/r tyre cracking!

Pass 25 Jan 2010 40,294 miles

rear disc corroded!

Pass 30 Jan 2009 36,504 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 31,796 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 31,791 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 27,362 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 23,892 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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Y869 JDG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y869 JDG, 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 Y869 JDG registered?

Y869 JDG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 March 2001.

Is Y869 JDG safe to buy?

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