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AJ04 YLB

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,158 mi
Last recorded88,158 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 88,158 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 85,826 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 85,826 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 82,374 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 78,123 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2015 73,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 67,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 Jul 2013 62,708 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 58,080 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 51,823 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 44,864 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 35,645 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,724 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 15,286 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 YLB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YLB, 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 YLB registered?

AJ04 YLB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is AJ04 YLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ04 YLB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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