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AJ55 XVX

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,990 mi
Last recorded140,990 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 140,990 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 131,078 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 116,688 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 116,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 110,973 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 99,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

both front tyres scrubbing

Pass 14 May 2013 92,801 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 84,878 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 80,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake pipes strating to corode under plastic coating

Pass 17 Dec 2010 80,293 miles

rear brake pipes strating to corode under plastic coating

Pass 1 Dec 2009 70,989 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 55,440 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 XVX is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ55 XVX registered?

AJ55 XVX is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is AJ55 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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