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AF55 VGT

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

139,164 mi
Last recorded139,164 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 VGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 139,164 miles

rear exhaust corroded + both front arches covered in tape and corroded + both front links deteriorated

Pass 10 Sep 2018 137,083 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 134,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 131,706 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 129,547 miles

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

Nearside Front steering arm has slight play

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 122,662 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front wipers worn

Pass 12 Sep 2013 118,471 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 112,888 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 107,355 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

baby seat fitted to rear seat

slight play in nearside front steering arm

Pass 13 Sep 2010 102,504 miles

slight play in rack ends

Pass 20 Aug 2009 92,481 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 92,481 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 68,075 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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AF55 VGT is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF55 VGT, 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.

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What year was AF55 VGT registered?

AF55 VGT is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is AF55 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 VGT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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