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AF05 OWR

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

140,982 mi
Last recorded140,982 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 140,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 129,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 121,162 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 114,268 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 111,004 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 111,004 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 108,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 104,989 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 102,405 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 99,982 miles

Offside headlight lens in poor condition

Pass 8 Mar 2017 96,456 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 91,292 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 84,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 77,337 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 70,733 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 63,469 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 54,927 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 45,947 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 37,416 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 28,198 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 OWR is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OWR, 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 OWR registered?

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

Is AF05 OWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 OWR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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