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AD52 UWM

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,898 mi
Last recorded125,898 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 UWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 125,898 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake has slight reserve travel.

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

Pass 31 May 2017 120,952 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 120,952 miles

Stop lamp not working Brake lights intermittent - Fault with pedal switch (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 116,239 miles

rear numberplate faided

Fail 5 Oct 2016 116,220 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

rear numberplate faided

Pass 6 Oct 2015 104,905 miles

front brakes slight fluctuating

Fail 23 Sep 2015 104,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brakes slight fluctuating

Pass 19 Sep 2014 97,065 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,023 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 16,023 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 85,110 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 73,876 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 69,674 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 61,371 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 52,665 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 43,153 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 43,153 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 35,137 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 27,356 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 27,356 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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 UWM is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UWM, 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

How do I check the history of AD52 UWM?

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What year was AD52 UWM registered?

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

Is AD52 UWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 UWM shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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