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AJ04 LHG

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

176,617 mi
Last recorded176,617 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 176,617 miles

Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 176,617 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 169,679 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 160,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 138,914 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 117,905 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 106,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 87,403 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 67,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,420 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 48,821 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 31,357 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 28,923 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2009 24,627 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 20,466 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 15,718 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 LHG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ04 LHG, 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 LHG registered?

AJ04 LHG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 June 2004.

Is AJ04 LHG safe to buy?

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