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AJ05 YCC

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,962 mi
Last recorded141,962 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 141,962 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 133,909 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 126,200 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 118,047 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 111,028 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 111,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding flexibles (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding flexibles (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 103,745 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 93,443 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 82,302 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 73,289 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 65,957 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 57,718 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 57,718 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 51,335 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 41,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 33,695 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 YCC is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YCC, 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 YCC registered?

AJ05 YCC is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is AJ05 YCC safe to buy?

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