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BT54 XRP

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

197,947 mi
Last recorded197,947 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 XRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 197,947 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 186,966 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 186,933 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 179,607 miles

Both front headlamps/bulbs deteriorated.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake binding slightly.

Nearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded.

Offside Front Outer sill panel bent.

The front reg plate slightly damaged.

Fail 8 Jan 2016 179,559 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front headlamps/bulbs deteriorated.

Both rear caliper brake pipes corroded.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded.

Offside Front Outer sill panel bent.

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

The front reg plate slightly damaged.

The rear brake discs showing signs of wear/corrosion.

The rear brake pads appear to wearing low.

Pass 19 Dec 2014 172,732 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 161,262 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 145,387 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 135,012 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 120,074 miles

All four brake discs showing signs of wear.

Pass 8 Dec 2009 98,541 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 98,541 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Both front tyres are wearing close to the legal limit.

The off side rear tyre is wearing low.

Fail 30 Dec 2008 78,438 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

The off side and near side rear brake discs are showing some signs of wear and corrosion.

The rear number plate is in poor condition.

Pass 30 Dec 2008 78,438 miles

The off side and near side rear brake discs are showing some signs of wear and corrosion.

The rear number plate is in poor condition.

Pass 18 Dec 2007 57,021 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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BT54 XRP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BT54 XRP, 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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BT54 XRP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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