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Y895 SUD

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,575 mi
Last recorded128,575 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY895 SUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 128,575 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 128,575 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 124,749 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 121,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 116,580 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 112,450 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 107,888 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 104,136 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 98,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2018 98,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 93,056 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 88,575 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 83,807 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 80,037 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 74,745 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 68,776 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 62,722 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 57,314 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 50,173 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,777 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 42,754 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,363 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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Y895 SUD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y895 SUD, 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 Y895 SUD registered?

Y895 SUD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y895 SUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y895 SUD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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