CarVerify

Free Car Check

YM53 AHX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

122,406 mi
Last recorded122,406 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 AHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 122,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 122,406 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 113,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 107,862 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 101,600 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 93,931 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Oct 2018 93,835 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2017 87,971 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 80,653 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also corroded (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 75,085 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorating

nail in offside rear tyre

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2015 75,085 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

front exhaust flexi deteriorating

nail in offside rear tyre

oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2014 67,467 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 60,357 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 60,357 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 53,519 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 46,238 miles

exhaust centre section mounting broken but still mounting okay

Pass 29 Sep 2010 41,775 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 37,706 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 32,100 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 25,222 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 18,439 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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
Full Volkswagen Bora reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YM53 AHX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,004 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 YM53 AHX, 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 23 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 YM53 AHX?

You can check the full history of YM53 AHX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YM53 AHX registered?

YM53 AHX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is YM53 AHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 AHX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YM53 AHX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YM53 AHX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.