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YV51 PWX

2001 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

134,439 mi
Last recorded134,439 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Bora99,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 PWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 134,439 miles

Headlight beam pattern not the best would benifit from a headlight glass renovation

Fail 18 Nov 2014 134,429 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlight beam pattern not the best would benifit from a headlight glass renovation

Pass 24 Oct 2013 125,266 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 119,002 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 119,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2011 113,200 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

rear tyres worn uneven

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to excess underseal

Fail 24 Oct 2011 113,200 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake discs corroded

rear tyres worn uneven

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to excess underseal

Pass 20 Oct 2010 108,826 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2009 103,152 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2009 103,152 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 95,907 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 84,874 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 75,918 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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YV51 PWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YV51 PWX, 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

How do I check the history of YV51 PWX?

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What year was YV51 PWX registered?

YV51 PWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is YV51 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV51 PWX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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