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AD52 TXV

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

79,433 mi
Last recorded79,433 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 TXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 79,433 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 79,433 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 71,412 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 71,412 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 69,826 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 68,400 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,407 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 64,347 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 62,088 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 59,866 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 57,239 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 57,239 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 52,479 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 53,219 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 45,242 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 37,977 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 30,970 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 TXV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TXV, 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

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What year was AD52 TXV registered?

AD52 TXV is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 February 2003.

Is AD52 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 TXV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 TXV have outstanding finance?

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