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AF05 OVL

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

199,582 mi
Last recorded199,582 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 OVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 199,582 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 179,699 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 179,674 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2016 169,172 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 159,900 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 147,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 122,844 miles

both front tyres wearing low

n/s/f seat belt fraying

Fail 11 Mar 2013 122,844 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres wearing low

n/s/f seat belt fraying

Pass 9 Mar 2012 109,930 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 96,023 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 81,671 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 65,583 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 48,070 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 OVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF05 OVL registered?

AF05 OVL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is AF05 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 OVL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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