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AD52 UVU

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 UVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020

Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened x 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded x 2 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing x 2 corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2020

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 93,915 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 88,777 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 88,777 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 81,070 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2016 76,564 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 71,040 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front exhaust hangar insecure

Pass 23 Apr 2014 64,734 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 59,502 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 58,635 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 56,652 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 55,885 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 53,188 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 40,164 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 26,973 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 22,566 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 UVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UVU, 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 UVU registered?

AD52 UVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 25 February 2003.

Is AD52 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 UVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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