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AJ04 LJC

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

166,234 mi
Last recorded166,234 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 166,234 miles

Central Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2015 154,515 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

slight play o/s steering rack inner joint

Pass 11 Dec 2014 133,522 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust heat sheild corroded

slight uneven wear n/s rear tyre

Pass 18 Dec 2013 111,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

exhaust rear box outer skin corrosion

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2012 92,224 miles

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

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

general condition of rear discs

Fail 27 Oct 2012 92,224 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

general condition of rear discs

Pass 14 Nov 2011 82,960 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,486 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 63,688 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 54,081 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 42,853 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 LJC is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LJC, 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 LJC registered?

AJ04 LJC is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is AJ04 LJC safe to buy?

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