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AJ55 JYB

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,880 mi
Last recorded34,880 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 JYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,880 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 34,449 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 33,481 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 32,154 miles

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

Offside rear tyre out of shape

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 32,154 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre out of shape

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 30,485 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 27,859 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 25,259 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 23,401 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 21,058 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 19,129 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 16,996 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 15,489 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 10,309 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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AJ55 JYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 JYB, 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 AJ55 JYB registered?

AJ55 JYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is AJ55 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 JYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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