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AJ55 XOV

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,480 mi
Last recorded186,480 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2018 186,480 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 181,774 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 181,529 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 176,216 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 166,069 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 157,685 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 148,863 miles

front wipers slight smear

Pass 2 Dec 2010 125,901 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 97,291 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 71,110 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 XOV is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XOV, 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 XOV registered?

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

Is AJ55 XOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XOV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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