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YF03 JBX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

236,345 mi
Last recorded236,345 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 JBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 236,345 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 217,038 miles

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

N/S/F Brake Sticking Slightly

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 195,715 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jan 2017 195,715 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 180,702 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 100,702 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 176,504 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 167,836 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 146,617 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 146,615 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 125,938 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 121,042 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 112,049 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has a screw in tred area

n/s/r pads wearing low

Pass 11 May 2009 99,759 miles

Both Front tyres worn on inside edge

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 23 May 2008 87,176 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2007 79,355 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 71,959 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 71,959 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 JBX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YF03 JBX, 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 JBX registered?

YF03 JBX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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The MOT history for YF03 JBX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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