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YA52 HZT

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,752 mi
Last recorded186,752 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA52 HZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2023 186,752 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 186,658 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 171,857 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 171,935 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 165,142 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 157,519 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 105,376 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 105,376 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 91,049 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 77,005 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 76,924 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 65,979 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 65,979 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 51,125 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,125 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 38,635 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 36,406 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 25,632 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YA52 HZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,004 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 YA52 HZT, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YA52 HZT registered?

YA52 HZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is YA52 HZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA52 HZT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA52 HZT have outstanding finance?

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