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YE53 FVZ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,530 mi
Last recorded93,530 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 FVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 93,530 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Pass 23 May 2018 84,996 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 80,552 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2016 75,035 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2016 75,035 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 68,517 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 61,168 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 53,773 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2012 45,903 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 41,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 41,944 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 39,918 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 36,628 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 33,135 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 27,474 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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YE53 FVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 YE53 FVZ, 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 YE53 FVZ registered?

YE53 FVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YE53 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE53 FVZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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