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AJ55 DGF

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,210 mi
Last recorded135,210 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 DGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 135,210 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Intensity Reduced Both Sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 125,626 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 112,986 miles

Both Front Tyre Tread Low

Both Rear Tyre Tread Low

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake Pads Appear Low

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side Wall Damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Parking Brake Appears Slow to Action

Offside Rear Brake Disc Appears Heated

Parking Brake Requirements only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 98,438 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 98,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 90,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Centre Pipe/Rear Silencer Deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Light Side Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 84,739 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of Centre Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 84,733 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of Centre Sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 82,980 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 82,578 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 82,056 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 81,457 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 Nov 2017 81,457 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2017 80,810 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 28 Sep 2017 80,810 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 76,541 miles

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

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)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 65,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 60,494 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 26 Nov 2013 55,570 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 50,888 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 46,163 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 42,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 38,045 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,442 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 28,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AJ55 DGF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 AJ55 DGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ55 DGF registered?

AJ55 DGF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AJ55 DGF safe to buy?

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