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YR53 UKU

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

135,090 mi
Last recorded135,090 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 UKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 135,090 miles

FRONT/REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 17 Sep 2025 135,083 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

FRONT/REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 130,117 miles

CORROSION TO BRAKE PIPES

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 18 Sep 2024 130,111 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

CORROSION TO BRAKE PIPES

FRONT DISCS WORN/PITTED

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Pass 20 Sep 2023 124,501 miles

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORROSION PRESENT

Fail 20 Sep 2023 124,495 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside HEADLIGHT LENS DULL

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORROSION PRESENT

Pass 21 Sep 2022 119,909 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,109 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight corrosion to front subframe and rear suspension

slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Pass 28 Sep 2020 110,776 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 110,748 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn .....and o/s/front.... (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 106,892 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 106,886 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 100,145 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 93,676 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 86,485 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 79,812 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 73,844 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 73,832 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 65,871 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 59,740 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 52,552 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 52,498 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 46,718 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 39,179 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 33,353 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 26,341 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,010 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 UKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 UKU, 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 YR53 UKU registered?

YR53 UKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is YR53 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 UKU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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