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AF54 SXU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,262 mi
Last recorded122,262 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 122,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing low (3.5.1g)

Offside Front bumper corner cracked and damaged

Offside Front wing has slight damage and rust

Fail 7 Mar 2017 122,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front bumper corner cracked and damaged

Offside Front wing has slight damage and rust

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 113,329 miles

advise rear exhaust box outer casing corroding,but secure and not blowing at present.

advise undertrays fitted,not allowing full view of under body.

Fail 10 Feb 2016 113,311 miles

Fuel system component leaking cooler area under floor (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall. (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

advise rear exhaust box outer casing corroding,but secure and not blowing at present.

advise undertrays fitted,not allowing full view of under body.

Pass 10 Feb 2015 107,363 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2015 107,363 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2014 102,538 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 95,493 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

Pass 25 Oct 2012 95,493 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

Pass 24 Oct 2011 88,747 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 82,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 27 Oct 2010 82,105 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Oct 2009 73,375 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 58,203 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 43,325 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 SXU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SXU, 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

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What year was AF54 SXU registered?

AF54 SXU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is AF54 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 SXU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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