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AF05 RFO

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,754 mi
Last recorded108,754 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 108,754 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 108,754 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 104,614 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 100,992 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight crack in cat (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 93,567 miles

Nearside Head lamp cover faded

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

Offside Head lamp faded

Fail 4 Apr 2017 93,520 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Head lamp cover faded

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

Offside Head lamp faded

Pass 1 Apr 2016 84,974 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 78,924 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 75,259 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 68,365 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 61,189 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 54,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 54,138 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 48,182 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 42,059 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 35,365 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 RFO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RFO, 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 RFO registered?

AF05 RFO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 March 2005.

Is AF05 RFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 RFO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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