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AD52 UMX

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,033 mi
Last recorded94,033 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 UMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 94,033 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 94,033 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 90,565 miles

gearbox slight seepage, minor exhaust leak (CENTRE), n/s mirror damaged (INVESTIGATE)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 90,565 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

gearbox slight seepage, minor exhaust leak (CENTRE), n/s mirror damaged (INVESTIGATE)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 85,003 miles

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

centre stop lamp inop

engine oil looks dirty,boot hinge damaged-requires attention,nearside mirror cracked,exhaust deteriorating/blowing slightly

front b/pads wearing close to disc lip,offside rear w/bearing bit noisey-investigate

Fail 26 Mar 2012 85,002 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

engine oil looks dirty,boot hinge damaged-requires attention,nearside mirror cracked,exhaust deteriorating/blowing slightly

front b/pads wearing close to disc lip,offside rear w/bearing bit noisey-investigate

Pass 14 Feb 2011 69,866 miles

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

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

centre stop lamp inop,offside rear sidelamp dim

engine coolant leak-requires attention

epc and engine fauly lamp on

Pass 16 Feb 2010 61,486 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 61,482 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2009 56,751 miles

front reg plate deteriorated

Fail 14 Feb 2009 56,751 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front reg plate deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2008 52,380 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 52,380 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 43,241 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 30,566 miles

front nearside tyre wall deteriorated

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 UMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UMX, 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 UMX registered?

AD52 UMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is AD52 UMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 UMX shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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