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CW54 FWA

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

83,007 mi
Last recorded83,007 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW54 FWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 83,007 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 82,874 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 82,624 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 81,928 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened covered in waxoyl (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 81,064 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and heavily wax oiled (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under vehicle heavily wax oiled/ stone chiped

Fail 17 Nov 2021 81,064 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and heavily wax oiled (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under vehicle heavily wax oiled/ stone chiped

Pass 11 Nov 2020 80,349 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight rust on n\s and o\s front wings

Pass 6 Nov 2019 79,521 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n\s and o\s front and cracks on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 78,143 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced rear axle beam corroded by bush attachment both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 75,908 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o\s front bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

slight rust on rear axle

Pass 16 Nov 2016 69,975 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle pipe between flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 67,511 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 64,715 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 64,646 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 61,708 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 58,723 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 55,670 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 50,914 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,888 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 33,317 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 27,602 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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CW54 FWA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 CW54 FWA, 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 CW54 FWA registered?

CW54 FWA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is CW54 FWA safe to buy?

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