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YE53 YMH

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,456 mi
Last recorded139,456 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 YMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 139,456 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2017 139,452 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp corroded and broken (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 135,254 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 135,230 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2014 129,846 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front tyre perished on sidewall

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Nov 2014 129,846 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside front tyre perished on sidewall

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Sep 2013 119,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 13 Oct 2012 112,097 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

slight wear in both front wishbones rear bushes

uneven wear to both front tyres

Pass 27 Sep 2011 98,796 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 92,023 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 92,022 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 88,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 82,939 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 78,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2006 56,281 miles

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

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 YMH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YMH, 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 YMH registered?

YE53 YMH is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is YE53 YMH safe to buy?

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