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AD03 KUS

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

155,744 mi
Last recorded155,744 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 KUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 155,744 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 144,941 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 138,333 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 133,179 miles

brake pipes greased

rear seats not in use due to roll gage

Fail 2 Oct 2017 133,171 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit displaced air bag lower bolt and washer missing (2.4.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly damaged air bag (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit slightly damaged air bag (2.4.D.1b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

brake pipes greased

rear seats not in use due to roll gage

Pass 27 Jul 2016 124,695 miles

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

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 110,136 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 28 Jul 2014 99,263 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 89,797 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 79,659 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 70,265 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2010 60,926 miles

Nearside Rear 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 29 May 2009 52,654 miles

1.Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 44,434 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 34,537 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 24,913 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 KUS is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KUS, 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 AD03 KUS registered?

AD03 KUS is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is AD03 KUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 KUS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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