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AJ04 YKV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

107,791 mi
Last recorded107,791 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 YKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 107,791 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2025 107,791 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 102,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 27 Jul 2024 102,695 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 95,594 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 95,593 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 94,994 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 84,797 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 74,628 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 74,628 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 69,277 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 69,277 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 66,238 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 62,691 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 62,691 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2013 59,030 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 54,439 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 49,889 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 46,026 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 42,119 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 37,974 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 33,048 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 YKV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YKV, 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 YKV registered?

AJ04 YKV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 June 2004.

Is AJ04 YKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ04 YKV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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