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YL51 ZNP

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

215,514 mi
Last recorded215,514 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 ZNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 215,514 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 207,938 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 196,413 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 188,422 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 180,510 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 162,627 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 145,829 miles

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

slight play in offside steering rack

Fail 20 Dec 2010 145,702 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

slight play in offside steering rack

Pass 15 Dec 2009 129,022 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

front no plate deteriorated

very end of rear offside coil spring missing

Pass 17 Dec 2008 114,098 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 76,925 miles

wear/corrosion to front + rear brake discs -- wear to rear brake pads

Pass 7 Oct 2005 62,680 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 ZNP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ZNP, 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 ZNP registered?

YL51 ZNP is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is YL51 ZNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 ZNP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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