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AG04 XTS

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

148,086 mi
Last recorded148,086 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 XTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 148,086 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides ()

Fail 10 Sep 2016 148,086 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides ()

Fail 3 Aug 2015 140,692 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 140,692 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 128,610 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 128,610 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 113,400 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 113,400 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 95,616 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 75,727 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 75,727 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 52,961 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,595 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,565 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 XTS is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 XTS, 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 XTS registered?

AG04 XTS is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 July 2004.

Is AG04 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG04 XTS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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