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YP51 NWD

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,282 mi
Last recorded135,282 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP51 NWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 135,282 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 126,290 miles

Front N/S + O/S/F drag links slight play

Pass 12 Nov 2014 118,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Apr 2013 98,887 miles

headlamps dim

Pass 23 Apr 2012 83,956 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 72,637 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 72,637 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/rear brake disc corroded and pitted

rear service brake has very high imbalance 39%

Pass 12 Feb 2010 58,956 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Feb 2009 44,514 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 44,514 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 42,199 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 42,199 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2007 39,036 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 35,784 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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YP51 NWD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YP51 NWD, 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 YP51 NWD registered?

YP51 NWD is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is YP51 NWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP51 NWD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP51 NWD have outstanding finance?

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