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CW54 FXV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,950 mi
Last recorded71,950 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW54 FXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 71,950 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 70,605 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 69,180 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 67,554 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 67,553 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 66,176 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 64,909 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 62,035 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 62,035 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 59,520 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 56,967 miles

Offside Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 18 Dec 2015 54,081 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 51,216 miles

exhaust blowing

Pass 12 Dec 2013 47,701 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 45,873 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 43,691 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 41,849 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 39,411 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 39,411 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 37,665 miles

rear tyres close to limit [205/55w16]

Pass 3 Jan 2008 35,410 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 35,410 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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CW54 FXV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FXV, 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

How do I check the history of CW54 FXV?

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What year was CW54 FXV registered?

CW54 FXV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 December 2004.

Is CW54 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW54 FXV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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