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YE53 JEO

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

118,745 mi
Last recorded118,745 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 JEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 118,745 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

surface corrosion BOTH rear shocker casings

Pass 14 Aug 2020 111,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 108,218 miles

BOTH rear tyres showing age cracks

Pass 15 Aug 2018 105,656 miles

BOTH rear tyres showing age cracks

Offside Front Tyre slightly edged

Fail 15 Aug 2018 105,656 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Ruptured (5.2.3 (d) (i))

BOTH rear tyres showing age cracks

Offside Front Tyre slightly edged

Pass 9 Aug 2017 102,259 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 97,014 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 97,014 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Leaking Calalist (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 82,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front arch cover is incecure

Fail 18 Aug 2015 82,798 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front arch cover is incecure

Pass 12 Nov 2013 62,946 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slight bind

Fail 22 Oct 2012 55,796 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 55,796 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 50,794 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 45,114 miles

Nearside front to rear brake pipe bubbling under plastic coating

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 39,259 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 33,622 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 27,813 miles

side widows obscured n/s/f o/s/f tinted

Pass 3 Nov 2006 21,335 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 JEO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 JEO, 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.

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What year was YE53 JEO registered?

YE53 JEO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is YE53 JEO safe to buy?

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