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AV05 BVP

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

126,828 mi
Last recorded126,828 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 BVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 126,828 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 121,996 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 115,685 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 115,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 108,275 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 102,668 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 102,668 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CAT (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 91,891 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 84,434 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 74,546 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 68,008 miles

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

Play N/S inner steering rack joint.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 59,645 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 52,951 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 45,287 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 37,771 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 29,975 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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AV05 BVP is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AV05 BVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 BVP registered?

AV05 BVP is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AV05 BVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 BVP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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