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YT53 DVP

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,771 mi
Last recorded80,771 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 DVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 80,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 74,921 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underneath in places (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 68,514 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 63,865 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 58,995 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 58,967 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,792 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 45,527 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 42,260 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,819 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 33,523 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 29,743 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

handbrake cables feel rough when operated but work ok

Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,983 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 18,451 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 18,450 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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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YT53 DVP 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 86.7%.

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 YT53 DVP, 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 YT53 DVP registered?

YT53 DVP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YT53 DVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT53 DVP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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