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BJ03 UCS

2003 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,113 mi
Last recorded113,113 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Bora95,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 UCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 113,113 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH MAIN FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 111,108 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 108,428 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 106,075 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 104,798 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 101,559 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 99,399 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 98,709 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 95,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 95,963 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 90,225 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 84,194 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 76,770 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s door mirror damaged but serviceable

Pass 7 Apr 2008 48,587 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 48,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 36,583 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 22,721 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 22,721 miles

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

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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BJ03 UCS is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ03 UCS, 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 BJ03 UCS registered?

BJ03 UCS is a 2003 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BJ03 UCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 UCS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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