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AJ05 OCA

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

154,671 mi
Last recorded154,671 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 OCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 154,671 miles

Engine Covers / Under trays Fitted

Under-chassis / Suspension & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 3 Jul 2017 148,489 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 137,494 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 137,490 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 130,281 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 122,073 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 114,754 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 108,321 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 94,480 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 91,739 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 81,329 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 72,873 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)

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 OCA is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OCA, 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 OCA registered?

AJ05 OCA is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is AJ05 OCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 OCA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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