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AIG 2696

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,884 mi
Last recorded134,884 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 2696
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 134,884 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2019 134,884 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 125,364 miles

both front tyres worn close to treadwear indicators & worn on outer edge

both headlights deteriorated moderately reducing light output

both rear tyres worn close to treadwear indicators & have multiple cracking of tread

Fail 24 Mar 2018 125,364 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

both front tyres worn close to treadwear indicators & worn on outer edge

both headlights deteriorated moderately reducing light output

both rear tyres worn close to treadwear indicators & have multiple cracking of tread

both rear wheels tight to turn when vehicle raised

Pass 1 Apr 2017 115,592 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 105,288 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 104,721 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

o/s & n/s rear discs pitted

Pass 21 Mar 2015 92,867 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2014 79,484 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Mar 2013 64,915 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 60,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust mount broke

Pass 26 Mar 2011 56,140 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 48,968 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 43,190 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly 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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AIG 2696 is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AIG 2696, 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 AIG 2696 registered?

AIG 2696 is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is AIG 2696 safe to buy?

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