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AG04 HBK

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,089 mi
Last recorded103,089 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 103,089 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2016 98,684 miles

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

exhaust corroding

Pass 7 Aug 2015 94,574 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2014 89,679 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

exhaust back box corroding

Pass 30 Jul 2013 84,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 84,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,737 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 78,679 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S/REAR SIDE LIGHT BULB INCORRECT WATTAGE TOO BRIGHT. FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED. CENTER EXHAUST MOUNT BROKEN

Pass 9 Aug 2011 72,250 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 64,076 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 55,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 44,601 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 44,499 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 34,670 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 34,670 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively 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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AG04 HBK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HBK, 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 HBK registered?

AG04 HBK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 August 2004.

Is AG04 HBK safe to buy?

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