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YP53 EVJ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,997 mi
Last recorded177,997 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 EVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 177,997 miles

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

Front exhaust heat shield in poor condition

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joiner (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2017 177,997 miles

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

Front exhaust heat shield in poor condition

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joiner (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 165,530 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 153,227 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 153,227 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 148,037 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 140,249 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 127,507 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 104,164 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 93,107 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 84,560 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 76,865 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 76,865 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 68,574 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 59,785 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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YP53 EVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YP53 EVJ, 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.

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What year was YP53 EVJ registered?

YP53 EVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is YP53 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 EVJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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