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YF03 AMM

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

200,170 mi
Last recorded200,170 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 AMM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 200,170 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 191,689 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 182,195 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 182,195 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 173,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 164,051 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 164,051 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2012 155,860 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 155,860 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 148,751 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 143,484 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

possible weak engine mounting

Pass 20 Jul 2009 130,900 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 130,900 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 117,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2007 91,046 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 91,046 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 69,081 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

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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YF03 AMM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YF03 AMM, 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 YF03 AMM registered?

YF03 AMM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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The MOT history for YF03 AMM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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