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AK54 VHG

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

169,972 mi
Last recorded169,972 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 169,972 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 158,006 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage on inner side wall

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 143,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 143,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper banjo joint (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front tyre is heavily worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre is heavily worn on inner and outer edges

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 127,198 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 112,326 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 112,326 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,163 miles

Nearside Lower Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 94,090 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 94,909 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2010 80,751 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 63,298 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 47,555 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 39,491 miles

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

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

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 VHG 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 78.6%.

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 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 AK54 VHG, 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.

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What year was AK54 VHG registered?

AK54 VHG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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