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AD52 UMZ

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,964 mi
Last recorded90,964 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 UMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 90,964 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 90,916 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 84,751 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 80,988 miles

N/S HANDBRAKE CABLE NOT RETURNING FULLY

Fail 18 Feb 2019 80,979 miles

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

N/S HANDBRAKE CABLE NOT RETURNING FULLY

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 78,906 miles

front wishbones rusty front subframe rusty front brake backplates rusted and holed

Pass 24 Feb 2017 77,096 miles

Surface corrosion suspension components & bed

Pass 25 Feb 2016 75,365 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 75,365 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 73,141 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 70,880 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 70,880 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 68,511 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 63,167 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 58,529 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 54,148 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 47,178 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 40,666 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 33,484 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 26,912 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 UMZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UMZ, 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 UMZ registered?

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

Is AD52 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 UMZ shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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