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AD03 DWP

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

156,067 mi
Last recorded156,067 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 DWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 156,067 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 151,034 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 151,034 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner CV boot clip missing, boot insecure but still prevents the ingress of dirt.

Pass 9 Apr 2019 142,115 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 132,345 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 132,152 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 May 2017 123,701 miles

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Pass 17 May 2016 111,696 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear nail in tyre tread

Pass 12 May 2015 100,218 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 12 May 2014 92,975 miles

centre exhaust bracket is broken but exhaust is not insecure

Pass 13 May 2013 85,579 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 85,578 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2012 78,505 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 70,594 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 62,951 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres are wearing slightly uneven on inner edges

Pass 13 May 2009 53,990 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside and nearside front inner cv gaiters are leaking grease slightly

Pass 19 May 2008 45,069 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 36,583 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 27,821 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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AD03 DWP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AD03 DWP, 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

How do I check the history of AD03 DWP?

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What year was AD03 DWP registered?

AD03 DWP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is AD03 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 DWP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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