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BF54 UVU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

203,526 mi
Last recorded203,526 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 UVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 203,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 190,028 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 189,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 190,000 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 174,070 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 155,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 144,784 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 124,098 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 124,098 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 105,186 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 105,186 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 83,029 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 63,475 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 20 Aug 2010 48,474 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 39,280 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 30,288 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 23,542 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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BF54 UVU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BF54 UVU, 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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BF54 UVU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 13 October 2004.

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