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Y902 WCS

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

181,815 mi
Last recorded181,815 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY902 WCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 May 2017 181,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouls wheel in lock (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing incorrect bolts fitted (3.5.1j)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouls wheel in lock (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2007 87,770 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 87,769 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 73,810 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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Y902 WCS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y902 WCS, 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.

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What year was Y902 WCS registered?

Y902 WCS is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y902 WCS safe to buy?

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