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Y889 BBV

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

132,758 mi
Last recorded132,758 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY889 BBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 132,758 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 129,312 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 125,840 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 123,266 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 119,760 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 116,278 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 114,810 miles

rear tyres starting to misshape

Pass 27 Feb 2019 111,029 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 105,739 miles

both rear tyres starting to misshape

Pass 23 Feb 2017 103,042 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 97,681 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 95,330 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 89,918 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 84,605 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 79,718 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 75,463 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 69,179 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 64,326 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 64,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 53,412 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 53,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 42,884 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,752 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

rear boot hinges very tight.

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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Y889 BBV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y889 BBV, 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 Y889 BBV registered?

Y889 BBV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y889 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y889 BBV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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