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YE03 UAY

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,230 mi
Last recorded127,230 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 UAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 127,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2019 127,230 miles

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heat shield loose but not likely to become detached

Pass 1 Oct 2018 102,091 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 99,614 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 96,234 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 91,344 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 91,344 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 86,430 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 86,418 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 80,568 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 75,729 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 75,729 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 70,277 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 64,831 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 58,185 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 50,758 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 38,073 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 29,410 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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YE03 UAY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YE03 UAY, 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 YE03 UAY registered?

YE03 UAY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is YE03 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE03 UAY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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