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YL51 EXX

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,903 mi
Last recorded16,903 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 EXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 16,903 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 91,694 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 91,694 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 89,396 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 86,864 miles

engine light on

Pass 30 Sep 2013 84,597 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 81,628 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 81,628 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 77,496 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 72,929 miles

exhaust centre box bracket corroded off

Pass 27 Oct 2009 67,941 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 67,941 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 62,735 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 57,013 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 51,827 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 43,190 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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YL51 EXX is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YL51 EXX, 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 YL51 EXX registered?

YL51 EXX is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is YL51 EXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 EXX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL51 EXX have outstanding finance?

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