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AJ04 KLU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,564 mi
Last recorded116,564 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 KLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 116,564 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 110,636 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 105,886 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 99,264 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate faded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 30 Jul 2015 99,257 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate faded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2014 93,968 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 87,418 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 79,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 71,127 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 62,595 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 54,785 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 54,782 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 46,715 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,969 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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AJ04 KLU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AJ04 KLU, 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 AJ04 KLU registered?

AJ04 KLU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is AJ04 KLU safe to buy?

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