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Y884 JRO

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

154,672 mi
Last recorded154,672 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY884 JRO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2025 154,672 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 144,974 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 135,036 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 134,348 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 120,697 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 119,990 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 103,389 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 81,479 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 81,479 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 73,500 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 68,534 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 64,337 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 63,380 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 60,381 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 55,058 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 51,328 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 45,378 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 40,897 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 37,686 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 37,324 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 34,195 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 34,195 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 28,439 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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Y884 JRO is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 Y884 JRO, 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 Y884 JRO registered?

Y884 JRO is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y884 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y884 JRO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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