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YR51 AXM

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

137,112 mi
Last recorded137,112 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 AXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 137,112 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 124,067 miles

Rear number plate deteriorated but still legable

Fail 15 Sep 2014 124,067 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear number plate deteriorated but still legable

Pass 19 Sep 2013 116,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 108,993 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 98,438 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 89,877 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 81,121 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 69,872 miles

Crack in windscreen.

Front number plate deteriating.

Pass 11 Sep 2007 58,719 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 46,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YR51 AXM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YR51 AXM, 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 YR51 AXM registered?

YR51 AXM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YR51 AXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 AXM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR51 AXM have outstanding finance?

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