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YY03 AOX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

115,784 mi
Last recorded115,784 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 AOX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 115,784 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 99,512 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 82,131 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 68,288 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 63,250 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 63,250 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 58,401 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre low

windscreen wipers worn-still clearing screen

Fail 8 Mar 2011 58,401 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre low

windscreen wipers worn-still clearing screen

Pass 9 Mar 2010 53,362 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking up(borderline)

n/s/r tyre cracking on sidewall

o/s/f tyre cracking up(borderline)

windscreen wipers worn(still clearing screen)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 47,455 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 48,702 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 35,439 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)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 28,282 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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YY03 AOX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YY03 AOX, 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 YY03 AOX registered?

YY03 AOX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is YY03 AOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY03 AOX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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