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AJ05 VEF

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

231,606 mi
Last recorded231,606 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 231,606 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front wings corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2021 226,127 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges , ready for replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Front both front wings corroded

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills have surface corrosion (bubbling ) advise treatment to prevent worsening (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 226,127 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges , ready for replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Front both front wings corroded

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills have surface corrosion (bubbling ) advise treatment to prevent worsening (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 217,609 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lenses faded (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to legal limit worn on edges, advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Lower n/s n o/s sills surface corrosion towards the rear of sills

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play in passenger side front ()

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shocks casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 207,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 207,708 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 197,220 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 197,220 miles

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

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 29 Sep 2017 188,242 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 176,858 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust system 80% corroded, advise.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 169,474 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 169,473 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 161,885 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust corrded outer skin

Pass 27 Sep 2013 151,014 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 127,318 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 104,821 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 80,433 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 68,495 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 53,116 miles

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

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 VEF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VEF, 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 VEF registered?

AJ05 VEF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is AJ05 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 VEF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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