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Y937 FUY

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,024 mi
Last recorded136,024 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY937 FUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 136,024 miles

All wheels slightly pertruding wheel arches

Damage to n/s outer sill

Damage to o/s outer sill

N/s/r coil spring mounting bolt and washer missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2015 135,752 miles

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

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

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

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

All wheels slightly pertruding wheel arches

Boot lid wont open

Damage to n/s outer sill

Damage to o/s outer sill

N/s/r coil spring mounting bolt and washer missing

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2014 125,596 miles

rear exhaust pipe, back box and bracket slightly corroded

underbody has surface rust, both rear springs corroded, both sides top mounts have slight play, n/s/f steering arm slight play, o/s/f CV gaitor slightly worn, o/s/r tyre has slight cuts on outer wall

Pass 29 Aug 2013 113,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 30 Aug 2012 103,184 miles

EXHAUST RUSTY AT REAR BRACKET

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 93,245 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 93,242 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 87,279 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 87,279 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 79,938 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 79,938 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 71,520 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 61,920 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 58,011 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 50,565 miles

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

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

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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Y937 FUY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y937 FUY, 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 Y937 FUY registered?

Y937 FUY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 April 2001.

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