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AG04 HAE

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

167,765 mi
Last recorded167,765 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 HAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 167,765 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 162,574 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear axel corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2024 162,574 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear axel corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2023 156,871 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 151,706 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 147,845 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 147,845 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 142,247 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 135,083 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 125,506 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 119,993 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 119,993 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 113,951 miles

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)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 113,951 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 109,470 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 105,175 miles

N/S/R wheel bearing is slightly worn.

Pass 16 Aug 2013 101,106 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 97,319 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 97,319 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 92,899 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 92,899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 88,330 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 77,192 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 63,502 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 63,502 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 47,609 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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AG04 HAE is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 AG04 HAE, 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.

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AG04 HAE is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 August 2004.

Is AG04 HAE safe to buy?

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