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AP04 FZN

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

99,653 mi
Last recorded99,653 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 FZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2020 99,653 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 95,374 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 89,694 miles

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

inner edges of front brake discs rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2017 84,285 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 79,185 miles

Both front discs rusty on inner edge

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 74,034 miles

both front brake discs rusty on inner edge

Pass 26 Mar 2014 67,827 miles

both front tyre treads on 3mm

inner edges of both front brake discs rusty

Pass 5 Apr 2013 62,542 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 57,272 miles

n/s/f inner brake disc slightly rusty

Pass 5 May 2011 49,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 42,017 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 34,384 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 34,384 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2008 25,361 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 17,701 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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AP04 FZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AP04 FZN, 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 AP04 FZN registered?

AP04 FZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is AP04 FZN safe to buy?

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