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YT51 XGM

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,446 mi
Last recorded183,446 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 XGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 183,446 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 177,004 miles

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

front wings corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2015 164,306 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 153,689 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 144,725 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 133,974 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 133,973 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 125,380 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 125,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 114,412 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 100,576 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 90,010 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 75,885 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 65,493 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 65,493 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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YT51 XGM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT51 XGM, 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.

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What year was YT51 XGM registered?

YT51 XGM is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YT51 XGM safe to buy?

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