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AF05 PFE

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

194,045 mi
Last recorded194,045 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2020 194,045 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 177,674 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 177,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 163,965 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 157,199 miles

Exhaust rusty

Front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 151,060 miles

Emission levels too low to register

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 5 Jan 2016 151,060 miles

Emission levels too low to register

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 10 Jan 2015 140,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2015 140,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 115,808 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jan 2013 97,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 91,795 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2012 68,061 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2011 45,251 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 44,911 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2009 41,449 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 41,449 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 34,232 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 34,232 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 PFE is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PFE, 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 PFE registered?

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

Is AF05 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 PFE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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