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YR53 PFF

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,159 mi
Last recorded107,159 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 PFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 107,159 miles

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

Nearside Front door mirror of temporary type

Pass 26 Jun 2017 99,908 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 99,908 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play inner rack arm (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 92,243 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 84,129 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 79,708 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 71,703 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 60,031 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,639 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 47,001 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,341 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,995 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 31,535 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 22,810 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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YR53 PFF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YR53 PFF, 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

How do I check the history of YR53 PFF?

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What year was YR53 PFF registered?

YR53 PFF is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is YR53 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 PFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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