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AJ05 LZL

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

149,094 mi
Last recorded149,094 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 LZL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 149,094 miles

Nearside Front . wheel arch minor corrosion

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

Pass 24 May 2018 143,127 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 132,155 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 121,059 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 108,384 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 108,384 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 103,671 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 100,339 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 100,336 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 97,462 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 88,461 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)

Pass 4 May 2010 77,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 63,669 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 May 2008 44,473 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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AJ05 LZL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 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 AJ05 LZL, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ05 LZL registered?

AJ05 LZL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is AJ05 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 LZL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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