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YY03 WVJ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,436 mi
Last recorded113,436 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 WVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 113,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight movement in both front top mounts

Pass 29 Aug 2017 103,105 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 103,105 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 88,698 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 88,698 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 76,770 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 63,746 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 53,337 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 48,150 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 39,915 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 32,795 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 25,991 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,042 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 15,822 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 11,803 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 WVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Red 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 YY03 WVJ, 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 YY03 WVJ registered?

YY03 WVJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is YY03 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY03 WVJ 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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