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AF05 OXK

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,636 mi
Last recorded136,636 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 136,636 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 136,635 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 124,772 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 114,007 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 101,864 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 90,732 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 79,952 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 72,337 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 72,337 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 63,073 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 55,796 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

opened bonnet with grips latch seized

Pass 24 Mar 2009 47,257 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2008 38,115 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 OXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black 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 OXK, 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 OXK registered?

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

Is AF05 OXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 OXK 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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