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YN51 ZNY

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 ZNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both steering rack gaiters twisted

middle exhaust box bracket deteriorated

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 18 Dec 2015

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

both steering rack gaiters twisted

middle exhaust box bracket deteriorated

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2014
Fail 23 Dec 2014

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 122,354 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 122,354 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 115,656 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 107,183 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 91,062 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 90,886 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 79,122 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 68,770 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 68,770 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 60,136 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 51,483 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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YN51 ZNY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZNY, 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.

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What year was YN51 ZNY registered?

YN51 ZNY is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is YN51 ZNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 ZNY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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