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YA52 PLV

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

110,543 mi
Last recorded110,543 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 110,543 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 110,439 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)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 95,400 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 84,696 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 84,696 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 75,628 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 57,800 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 49,472 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 42,876 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 42,828 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2007 34,393 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 34,393 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 25,640 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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YA52 PLV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PLV, 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 PLV registered?

YA52 PLV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is YA52 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA52 PLV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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