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AJ55 ZHH

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

178,688 mi
Last recorded178,688 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 178,688 miles

Front some movement in n/s + o/s struts top mounts not yet excessive

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 178,688 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front some movement in n/s + o/s struts top mounts not yet excessive

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 163,236 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 163,235 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 159,978 miles

slight play track rod end rear no plate deterioated rear brake discs worn low handbrake reading o/s n/s/r side light dim

Pass 12 Nov 2015 152,326 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 145,957 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n,s,f and o,s,f top suspension mounts have play

n,s,r and o,s,r seat belts not tested child seats fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2013 138,822 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 138,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 134,697 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 120,864 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 113,823 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 113,823 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 97,874 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 97,874 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 78,032 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Dec 2008 78,004 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 ZHH is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

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