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AJ05 XSA

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,072 mi
Last recorded135,072 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 135,072 miles

eml light on

front wishbone bushes slightly cracked

Fail 6 May 2014 121,410 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 121,410 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 109,746 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 96,607 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2011 83,235 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 83,235 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 70,694 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,944 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 41,618 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 XSA is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XSA, 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 XSA registered?

AJ05 XSA is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is AJ05 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 XSA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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