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Y86 PTU

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,938 mi
Last recorded113,938 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY86 PTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 113,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light illuminted.

Fail 30 Aug 2014 113,938 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management light illuminted.

Pass 22 May 2013 106,808 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 99,764 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 91,156 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 91,004 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 20 May 2010 79,929 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 74,075 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 69,535 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2008 68,999 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.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)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 58,399 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 43,421 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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Y86 PTU is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y86 PTU, 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

How do I check the history of Y86 PTU?

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What year was Y86 PTU registered?

Y86 PTU is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y86 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y86 PTU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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