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AF54 SWX

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,840 mi
Last recorded146,840 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 SWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 146,840 miles

Crack in windscreen

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

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Door mirror cover loose

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

Undertray fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2016 146,840 miles

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

Crack in windscreen

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Door mirror cover loose

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

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

Undertray fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2014 131,434 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2014 131,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 112,884 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 112,884 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 103,547 miles

two nails in nearside rear tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2012 103,544 miles

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

two nails in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2011 89,165 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 78,604 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 66,788 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 56,317 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 43,245 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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AF54 SWX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 AF54 SWX, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF54 SWX?

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What year was AF54 SWX registered?

AF54 SWX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 September 2004.

Is AF54 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 SWX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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