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YG51 PXW

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,460 mi
Last recorded166,460 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG51 PXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 166,460 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 166,390 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2018 149,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front back of sill welding not very good

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion back of sill (6.1.B.2)

both handbrake readings just passed

Pass 20 Jan 2017 140,270 miles

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

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

corrosion along sills

Pass 15 Jul 2015 139,055 miles

rear brake discs surface rust

slight mist of oil

Pass 8 Feb 2014 121,369 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 113,615 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 112,137 miles

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 12 May 2011 107,944 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 103,719 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 99,587 miles

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

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

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

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

brake pipes greased

Pass 27 May 2008 95,787 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 93,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 74,798 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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YG51 PXW is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 99,879 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 YG51 PXW, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YG51 PXW registered?

YG51 PXW is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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The MOT history for YG51 PXW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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