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CV54 OFB

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

102,038 mi
Last recorded102,038 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV54 OFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 102,038 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 May 2020 98,773 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2019 94,261 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 89,786 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2018 89,786 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 May 2017 85,772 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2016 83,249 miles

BRAKE PIPES COVERED INGREASE

Front BOTH SIDE WISHBONE BUSHES WORN

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 10 May 2016 83,249 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both sides (INNER RACK END) (2.2.B.1f)

BRAKE PIPES COVERED INGREASE

Front BOTH SIDE WISHBONE BUSHES WORN

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Pass 25 Jul 2015 78,210 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 70,383 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Aug 2013 63,851 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear reg plate deterioating

Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 52,547 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 52,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 44,211 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 44,211 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 37,008 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 31,222 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 24,167 miles

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

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

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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CV54 OFB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CV54 OFB, 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 CV54 OFB registered?

CV54 OFB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is CV54 OFB safe to buy?

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