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YN51 GPE

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

156,800 mi
Last recorded156,800 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 GPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 156,800 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 156,745 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 150,198 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 145,885 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 141,837 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 135,567 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 130,883 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 123,890 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 115,360 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 106,664 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 97,225 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 87,670 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

parking brake efficiency only just met 17%

Pass 27 Jun 2014 87,120 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2014 87,120 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 81,770 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 76,210 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 70,892 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 66,581 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 60,926 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 55,431 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 48,553 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 41,239 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 41,231 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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YN51 GPE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YN51 GPE, 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 YN51 GPE registered?

YN51 GPE is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is YN51 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 GPE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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