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YP03 SVY

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

122,897 mi
Last recorded122,897 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 SVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 122,897 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 118,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 114,708 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 108,085 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine oil leaks

Fail 20 May 2019 108,085 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine oil leaks

Pass 17 May 2018 104,387 miles

Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both side (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 16 May 2018 104,387 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both side (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 May 2017 101,904 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 99,664 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 97,490 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2015 97,490 miles

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

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

Outer Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 92,692 miles

feull filter coroded

Pass 7 May 2013 87,863 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 80,171 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 80,171 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 72,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 May 2011 72,967 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 65,760 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 57,456 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 48,933 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 48,847 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 40,377 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 37,116 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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YP03 SVY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 95,004 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YP03 SVY, 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

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What year was YP03 SVY registered?

YP03 SVY is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is YP03 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP03 SVY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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