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AG53 KKJ

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

89,232 mi
Last recorded89,232 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG53 KKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 May 2026 89,232 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 85,556 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 80,524 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 74,690 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 74,690 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases ON CAT (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 69,750 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 68,932 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 67,776 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 66,120 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 64,157 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 63,212 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 61,537 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 60,517 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 58,354 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 56,541 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 52,561 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2011 47,475 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 44,483 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 39,333 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 34,581 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 27,870 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)

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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AG53 KKJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AG53 KKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AG53 KKJ registered?

AG53 KKJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is AG53 KKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG53 KKJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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