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AJ55 DNV

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

258,040 mi
Last recorded258,040 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 DNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 258,040 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn on inner edges and close to wear bars

both rear brakes have a slight bind

front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 5 Jan 2015 258,040 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn on inner edges and close to wear bars

both rear brakes have a slight bind

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 17 Dec 2013 246,107 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 246,107 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 240,247 miles

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

Rear silencer box deteriorated

Fail 2 Jan 2013 240,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Rear silencer box deteriorated

Fail 22 Dec 2011 219,433 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 219,433 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 188,420 miles

EML light on

Sat nav mounts stuck on bottom edge of windscreen but not considered obstructive

Fail 29 Dec 2010 188,420 miles

EML light on

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

Sat nav mounts stuck on bottom edge of windscreen but not considered obstructive

Pass 5 Jan 2010 154,707 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 110,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 11 Nov 2008 110,917 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)

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 DNV is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 AJ55 DNV, 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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AJ55 DNV is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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