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AF05 PZZ

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,607 mi
Last recorded127,607 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 PZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 127,607 miles

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 127,501 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 118,834 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2020 118,740 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 106,856 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 106,855 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust not fully supported (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint has a slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 98,703 miles

Centre exhaust support mount corroded away from exhaust system

Fail 11 Apr 2018 98,703 miles

Centre exhaust support mount corroded away from exhaust system

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 90,004 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 80,589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 69,821 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 58,255 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 48,265 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 44,783 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 41,268 miles

rear tyres low and cracking with age

Pass 30 Mar 2010 36,935 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 32,465 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 26,082 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 PZZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PZZ, 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 PZZ registered?

AF05 PZZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is AF05 PZZ safe to buy?

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