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AG04 HAU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

278,771 mi
Last recorded278,771 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 HAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 278,771 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 259,977 miles

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

Front Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sound deadening material not fully secure exhaust shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 236,601 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 226,091 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 226,076 miles

Brake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak flexi pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play INNER TRACK ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 214,194 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 214,191 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working Bumper. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 196,968 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 184,754 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 184,754 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 172,050 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 165,663 miles

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

advise engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2014 156,636 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 156,636 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 148,238 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 141,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 133,925 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 127,929 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 121,840 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 116,491 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 97,257 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 HAU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AG04 HAU, 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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What year was AG04 HAU registered?

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

Is AG04 HAU safe to buy?

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