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Y944 DRB

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

164,737 mi
Last recorded164,737 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY944 DRB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 164,737 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 161,505 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 157,502 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 151,366 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 145,975 miles

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

offside front tyre badly sciffed on inner edge

Fail 12 Mar 2013 145,975 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre badly sciffed on inner edge

Pass 23 Mar 2012 140,196 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 133,225 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 129,380 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 122,411 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 116,695 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,006 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 105,938 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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Y944 DRB is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y944 DRB, 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

How do I check the history of Y944 DRB?

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What year was Y944 DRB registered?

Y944 DRB is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y944 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y944 DRB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y944 DRB have outstanding finance?

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