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YL51 XAK

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

108,246 mi
Last recorded108,246 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 XAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2016 108,246 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine management light on at time of test

Nearside Front Inner Steering tie arm slight play ball joint

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

Rear Exhaust noisy Silencer (7.1.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 103,623 miles

cv gaiter greasy

front to rear rigids

front tyres worn

rear discs worn

Pass 16 Apr 2014 92,230 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 79,332 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 69,244 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 69,244 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 65,285 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 65,285 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 60,348 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 56,859 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 53,961 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 48,644 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 42,138 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 XAK is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YL51 XAK, 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 XAK registered?

YL51 XAK is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is YL51 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 XAK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL51 XAK have outstanding finance?

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