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AK54 LKV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

182,746 mi
Last recorded182,746 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 LKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 182,746 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 176,368 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Jul 2016 176,205 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Sep 2014 150,341 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 150,341 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 129,678 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 129,678 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 22 Dec 2011 110,879 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

rear brakes slight binding

Pass 22 Dec 2011 110,879 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brakes slight binding

Pass 15 Oct 2010 88,818 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 88,818 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 68,323 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 49,146 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 43,636 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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AK54 LKV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 AK54 LKV, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK54 LKV registered?

AK54 LKV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is AK54 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 LKV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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