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BP53 JPV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,773 mi
Last recorded55,773 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 JPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 55,773 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 55,299 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 54,838 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 54,356 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 53,884 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 53,416 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 51,162 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 50,533 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 49,689 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 49,294 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 48,847 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,768 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 25 Nov 2013 46,519 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 45,665 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 44,085 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 41,103 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 38,273 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 35,576 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 33,040 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 29,790 miles

ALLREADY GIVEN ON LAST VT30

Fail 8 Dec 2006 29,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

MAIN BEAM LIGHT INO IN DASH

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear bumper insecure

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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BP53 JPV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BP53 JPV, 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 BP53 JPV registered?

BP53 JPV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is BP53 JPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 JPV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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