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BD04 EUA

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,359 mi
Last recorded149,359 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 EUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 149,359 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2013 149,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 137,284 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 137,284 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 124,262 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear number plate delaminating

slight weap from power steering pipe to rack

Pass 7 Apr 2010 107,691 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 89,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 71,789 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 71,789 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 54,023 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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BD04 EUA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BD04 EUA, 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 BD04 EUA registered?

BD04 EUA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is BD04 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 EUA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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