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2001 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

90,108 mi
Last recorded90,108 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 CSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 90,108 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 89,304 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 89,300 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 89,277 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 89,019 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 89,009 miles

both rear axle bushes have slight play

Pass 11 May 2016 88,370 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 82,090 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 70,487 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 62,208 miles

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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 58,886 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 58,886 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 54,929 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 51,699 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 47,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 47,825 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 44,405 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 44,405 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 40,668 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 40,668 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 33,161 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 33,161 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YD51 CSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YD51 CSV, 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

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What year was YD51 CSV registered?

YD51 CSV is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YD51 CSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD51 CSV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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