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AF05 OWO

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

152,724 mi
Last recorded152,724 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 OWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 152,724 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 130,940 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 112,877 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 101,350 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 97,280 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear axle corroded

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Feb 2019 95,451 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 95,451 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 93,699 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 91,574 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,596 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 85,349 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 81,292 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,781 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 65,066 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 57,242 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 47,979 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 39,425 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 39,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 5 Mar 2008 31,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Wipers worn and starting to smear. Under vehicle partially covered.

Pass 5 Mar 2008 31,738 miles

Wipers worn and starting to smear. Under vehicle partially covered.

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 OWO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OWO, 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 OWO registered?

AF05 OWO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AF05 OWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 OWO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF05 OWO have outstanding finance?

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