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AO05 SBZ

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,224 mi
Last recorded135,224 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 SBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 135,224 miles

Engine control light on

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 130,969 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load Plastic cover missing (5.2.4a)

Nearside rear tyre damaged on outer wall

Pass 12 Apr 2016 126,224 miles

Both rear brakes slightly dragging

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside rear seatbelt clasp plastic casing missing

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 119,736 miles

rear shock dust covers adrift

Pass 10 Apr 2014 109,295 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 101,741 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 86,643 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 73,054 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside fronr tyre has cuts to side wall

Pass 22 Mar 2010 55,621 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 55,621 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 May 2009 42,343 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 29,877 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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AO05 SBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AO05 SBZ, 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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What year was AO05 SBZ registered?

AO05 SBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AO05 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 SBZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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