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AX53 PJO

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,945 mi
Last recorded161,945 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2010
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 PJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2010 161,945 miles

all pads nearing limit

Pass 5 Jan 2009 152,100 miles

front tyres near limit

Fail 29 Dec 2008 152,026 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres near limit

Pass 30 Jan 2008 141,026 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 115,431 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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AX53 PJO is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX53 PJO, 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

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What year was AX53 PJO registered?

AX53 PJO is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is AX53 PJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 PJO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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