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YE51 LZR

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,291 mi
Last recorded114,291 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE51 LZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 114,291 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2017 114,291 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 110,704 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 109,408 miles

N/S/R Tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 16 Apr 2013 116,039 miles

n/s/f shock absorber weak

Fail 16 Apr 2013 116,039 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f shock absorber weak

Pass 5 Jan 2012 92,231 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

nearside rear tyre inner edge nearly worn

Pass 27 Feb 2009 88,190 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 84,889 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 82,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 79,627 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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YE51 LZR is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE51 LZR, 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.

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How do I check the history of YE51 LZR?

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What year was YE51 LZR registered?

YE51 LZR is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is YE51 LZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE51 LZR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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