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AM04 DNY

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

194,368 mi
Last recorded194,368 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM04 DNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 194,368 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 181,385 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel pump weaping

Fail 30 Apr 2019 181,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel pump weaping

Pass 30 Apr 2018 173,709 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 173,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2017 164,604 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 154,851 miles

Centre exhaust mount corroded but supporting exhaust system still

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front headlamps are cloudy but can see a beam pattern my require for next mot

Pass 28 Apr 2015 146,966 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front headlamps cloudy but still able to see a beam pattern may require headlamps at next MOT.

Pass 7 Apr 2014 138,182 miles

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust box bracket broken off

Pass 10 Apr 2013 129,965 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 127,116 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

exhaust middle section rubbers deteriated

Pass 18 Apr 2011 121,198 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 111,629 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 98,090 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 79,387 miles

all brake discs slightly pitted

cut in sidewall o/s/r tyre but not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 22 Apr 2008 79,387 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

all brake discs slightly pitted

cut in sidewall o/s/r tyre but not deep enough to reach cords

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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AM04 DNY is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 AM04 DNY, 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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AM04 DNY is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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