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CX04 YZN

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

168,373 mi
Last recorded168,373 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX04 YZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 168,373 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Offside - Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General Corrosion

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 160,409 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 160,405 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 147,557 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside / Offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 May 2019 147,557 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside / Offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2018 137,985 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2018 137,984 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 26 May 2017 129,090 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 120,866 miles

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

both rear tyres worn at inner edges

rear exhaust box deteriorated (outer skins)

screen marked by wipers

Pass 30 Mar 2015 105,882 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

front wipers perished

rear brake discs worn and corroded

scratches on windscreen

Pass 27 Mar 2014 82,392 miles

handbrake efficiency only just met advise full brake check

very slight play in bearings

Pass 28 Mar 2013 69,154 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 62,449 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 55,587 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 48,204 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 40,969 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 36,953 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 28,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 28,920 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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CX04 YZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 CX04 YZN, 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 CX04 YZN registered?

CX04 YZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 March 2004.

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