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AF54 TVC

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

111,716 mi
Last recorded111,716 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 TVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 111,716 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 109,025 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front + rear subframes + under body corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 106,913 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox + engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear cross member corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2023 104,462 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 102,160 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 99,879 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 98,289 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 94,856 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded slightly

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Mar 2018 91,900 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 88,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 82,596 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 76,957 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 72,435 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 67,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to protective coating

Pass 14 Mar 2012 60,256 miles

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)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 52,934 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 52,934 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 46,263 miles

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

offside nearside rear tyres outer shoulder tread approaching wear markers

Pass 19 Mar 2009 38,546 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 31,021 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2007 30,447 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 TVC is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 AF54 TVC, 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 TVC registered?

AF54 TVC is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is AF54 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 TVC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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