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AD52 TXT

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,689 mi
Last recorded129,689 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 TXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 129,689 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 122,323 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 116,702 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 116,701 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 111,203 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 103,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 103,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 94,493 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 85,514 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 74,806 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 64,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2009 56,402 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 49,005 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 38,176 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 30,449 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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AD52 TXT is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,598cc 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 AD52 TXT, 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 AD52 TXT registered?

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

Is AD52 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 TXT 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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