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YF53 GPO

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,637 mi
Last recorded100,637 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 GPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 100,637 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Exhaust CAT filter broken

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

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

Nearside front & Offside rear tyre valve slightly deteriorated

Oil leak Back of engine oil return pipe coupling ()

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 85,561 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 78,310 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 78,310 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 73,471 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 65,136 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 65,136 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 57,326 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 51,313 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 45,177 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 38,988 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 35,526 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres getting worn on edges

Fail 8 Oct 2008 35,526 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres getting worn on edges

Pass 19 Oct 2007 31,741 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 26,122 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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YF53 GPO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF53 GPO, 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 YF53 GPO registered?

YF53 GPO is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is YF53 GPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF53 GPO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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