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AJ05 MKG

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

183,263 mi
Last recorded183,263 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 183,263 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 164,048 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 164,039 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel hose insecure fuel filter heater loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 145,309 miles

Nearside Rear Handbrake low efficiency

Pass 31 May 2016 135,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 122,834 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

light output on headlights slightly reduced

Pass 27 May 2014 111,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn to approx 3mm

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 11 May 2013 98,168 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 86,732 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 74,329 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 2 Jun 2010 63,291 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 50,355 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 38,361 miles

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

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 MKG is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MKG, 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 MKG registered?

AJ05 MKG is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is AJ05 MKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 MKG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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