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AJ54 GZD

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

113,592 mi
Last recorded113,592 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 GZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 113,592 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2023 113,592 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 109,663 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 107,775 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 107,775 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 105,912 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 102,974 miles

Headlights discoloured

Rear exhaust box corroided

Pass 26 Oct 2018 101,442 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 98,473 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 98,473 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 94,371 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer cv boot clip (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box rotten

Pass 9 Nov 2015 88,258 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 84,958 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 78,114 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 78,062 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 73,581 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 73,526 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 10 Dec 2011 70,306 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 70,306 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 65,966 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 61,439 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 58,125 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2007 51,208 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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AJ54 GZD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ54 GZD, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ54 GZD registered?

AJ54 GZD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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