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AF05 OVD

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,647 mi
Last recorded132,647 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 OVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2023 132,647 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases behind cat (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

cant fully inspect brake pipes due to grease

exhaust back box deteriorated

rear axle, springs and shockers slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2022 123,225 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 119,794 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 113,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Apr 2018 108,439 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 17 Apr 2018 108,439 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 102,140 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 94,416 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 89,662 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 81,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 74,909 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 66,957 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 57,507 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 48,695 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 39,089 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,322 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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AF05 OVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 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 AF05 OVD, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF05 OVD registered?

AF05 OVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is AF05 OVD safe to buy?

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