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YD53 CZT

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,181 mi
Last recorded154,181 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 CZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 154,181 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 145,129 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 137,540 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 134,873 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 134,873 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 133,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 1 Mar 2013 128,631 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 110,094 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 88,085 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 68,907 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 68,907 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 47,289 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 26,811 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 6,804 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2006 6,458 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 6,458 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YD53 CZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YD53 CZT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD53 CZT registered?

YD53 CZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YD53 CZT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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