CarVerify

Free Car Check

AD52 KZK

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

229,225 mi
Last recorded229,225 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 KZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 229,225 miles

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 223,924 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 220,123 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 216,097 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 211,060 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 211,060 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 204,248 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 198,346 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 187,640 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 178,245 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 164,094 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 160,284 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 150,248 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 138,992 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 129,404 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 118,343 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 118,343 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 105,166 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 92,025 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 77,180 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 60,159 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 60,159 miles

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

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

slight perishment of front brake flexi hoses

Pass 4 Apr 2007 53,515 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 42,147 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
Full Volkswagen Bora reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AD52 KZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD52 KZK, 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 AD52 KZK?

You can check the full history of AD52 KZK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AD52 KZK registered?

AD52 KZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is AD52 KZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 KZK shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 KZK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AD52 KZK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.