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AF05 ZXN

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,080 mi
Last recorded111,080 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 ZXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 111,080 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear h/brake low efort

Pass 27 Apr 2018 109,548 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 107,839 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 106,055 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 106,055 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 100,349 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 91,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

exhaust deterioated

Fail 31 Mar 2014 91,617 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

exhaust deterioated

Pass 29 Mar 2013 79,551 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 70,381 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 58,850 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 49,399 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 41,037 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 33,212 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 ZXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZXN, 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 ZXN registered?

AF05 ZXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is AF05 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 ZXN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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