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YM53 AXK

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

53,510 mi
Last recorded53,510 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 AXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 53,510 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 53,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 53,314 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 52,515 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 51,179 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 49,469 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 49,467 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 48,276 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,595 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 46,595 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 44,078 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 44,078 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 41,615 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 41,585 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 41,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 40,655 miles

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

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

engine managment light on

offside front seat belt fraying

Pass 17 Dec 2013 38,794 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 17 Dec 2012 36,903 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 35,035 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 32,564 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 30,544 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 27,373 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 23,797 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 18,638 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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YM53 AXK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 AXK, 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 AXK?

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What year was YM53 AXK registered?

YM53 AXK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is YM53 AXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 AXK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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