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YK51 HKG

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,255 mi
Last recorded103,255 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 HKG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 103,255 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 103,243 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 93,564 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 93,564 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 87,662 miles

rear towing wire been cut

Fail 21 Jul 2011 87,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear towing wire been cut

Pass 6 Oct 2010 80,927 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 72,642 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 66,622 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2007 58,845 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 593,339 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 45,279 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 HKG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc 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 HKG, 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

How do I check the history of YK51 HKG?

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What year was YK51 HKG registered?

YK51 HKG is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is YK51 HKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK51 HKG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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