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AD52 TXP

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,588 mi
Last recorded131,588 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 TXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 131,588 miles

engine management light on

Fail 3 Jun 2015 131,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine management light on

Pass 26 Jan 2008 55,744 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 55,744 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 47,095 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 33,179 miles

both front tyres low tread (3 mm)

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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AD52 TXP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXP, 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 TXP?

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What year was AD52 TXP registered?

AD52 TXP is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is AD52 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 TXP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 TXP have outstanding finance?

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