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BK54 DKY

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,500 mi
Last recorded181,500 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 DKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 181,500 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 181,421 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 164,608 miles

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 147,184 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 132,254 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Both Are Cracking Along Outside Edge.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 132,253 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Both Are Cracking Along Outside Edge.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 128,831 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 128,831 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 125,381 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 123,065 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 115,427 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 100,508 miles

front discs lipped and corroded

CAT exhaust pipe corroded with small holes

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 90,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 79,756 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 68,290 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 67,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Sep 2008 67,603 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Oct 2007 48,448 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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BK54 DKY is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK54 DKY, 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 BK54 DKY registered?

BK54 DKY is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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