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YK51 GFG

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,976 mi
Last recorded94,976 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 GFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2015 94,976 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine management light on

Pass 24 Jul 2014 89,712 miles

EML light is on

oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2013 86,079 miles

Tyres poor

Pass 21 Jul 2012 80,367 miles

front number plate damaged

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

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 25 Jul 2011 73,879 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 65,255 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 55,886 miles

Flexi section of exhaust downpipe deteriorated.

Slight corrosion at front and rear brake disc surfaces.

Fail 25 Jul 2009 55,886 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Flexi section of exhaust downpipe deteriorated.

Slight corrosion at front and rear brake disc surfaces.

Pass 10 Jul 2008 47,122 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Fail 10 Jul 2008 47,122 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 25 Jul 2007 42,506 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,251 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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YK51 GFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YK51 GFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK51 GFG registered?

YK51 GFG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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