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AJ55 XLB

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,225 mi
Last recorded88,225 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 88,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 81,327 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 75,483 miles

rear brake pads worn low

Fail 28 Jan 2012 75,474 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 28 Jan 2011 69,140 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 63,550 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 56,159 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 XLB is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XLB, 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 XLB registered?

AJ55 XLB is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AJ55 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XLB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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