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AJ55 XOK

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

93,417 mi
Last recorded93,417 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 93,417 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2023 93,411 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 91,957 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass broken (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALLS CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip front centre (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 91,957 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass broken (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALLS CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip front centre (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 89,392 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2021 89,392 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 85,003 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear wheel arch slight damage

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 79,807 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 75,204 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 69,262 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 69,262 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 61,994 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 61,993 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 52,416 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 41,950 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 28,400 miles

All tyres starting to crack NO cords at MOT

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 34,908 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,367 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 17,514 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,737 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 12,217 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 XOK is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XOK, 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 XOK registered?

AJ55 XOK is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is AJ55 XOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XOK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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