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YD03 RSF

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

121,230 mi
Last recorded121,230 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD03 RSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 121,230 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 113,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust back box deteriorated

Fail 13 Feb 2019 113,553 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 9 Feb 2018 112,303 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 112,303 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 102,042 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Nov 2016 102,042 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Nov 2015 87,841 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 83,870 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 75,437 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 69,020 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesel smell in under bonnet area no leaks found further investigation maybe needed

Pass 19 Jan 2013 69,020 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesel smell in under bonnet area no leaks found further investigation maybe needed

Pass 29 Dec 2011 62,887 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2010 56,754 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 48,396 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 41,600 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2007 32,809 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 32,808 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 24,165 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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YD03 RSF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YD03 RSF, 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 YD03 RSF registered?

YD03 RSF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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