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DA04 CVL

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

185,142 mi
Last recorded185,142 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA04 CVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 185,142 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 169,341 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 150,577 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 130,535 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 110,832 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 101,952 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 101,443 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake pipes corroded

front shockers corroded and front tyres side wall cracks

fuel tank straps corroded and rear exhaust box corroded

offside front lower wishbone rear rubber bushs starting to split

Pass 22 Apr 2010 100,330 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 100,328 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 98,384 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 93,877 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 96,410 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 86,449 miles

all tyres worn

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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DA04 CVL is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DA04 CVL, 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 DA04 CVL registered?

DA04 CVL is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is DA04 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA04 CVL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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