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BJ04 XYF

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,465 mi
Last recorded99,465 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 XYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 99,465 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 95,368 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 95,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 92,590 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 87,976 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 79,257 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 67,556 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 61,009 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 57,035 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 53,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 53,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 47,840 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 41,649 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 36,244 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 31,503 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 27,633 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 21,139 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 13,416 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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BJ04 XYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ04 XYF, 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 BJ04 XYF registered?

BJ04 XYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is BJ04 XYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ04 XYF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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