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AM53 JPX

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,304 mi
Last recorded42,304 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 JPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 42,304 miles

Nearside Rear hand brae cable free but not returning back to stop .

Fail 24 Jul 2017 42,299 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

EPC light on

Nearside Rear hand brae cable free but not returning back to stop .

Pass 8 Jul 2016 35,282 miles

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

Engine Covers Fitted

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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AM53 JPX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AM53 JPX, 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

How do I check the history of AM53 JPX?

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What year was AM53 JPX registered?

AM53 JPX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 JPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 JPX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM53 JPX have outstanding finance?

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