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DE04 DXP

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,889 mi
Last recorded138,889 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 DXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 138,889 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 133,099 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 126,012 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 115,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 107,373 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 96,855 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 86,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Wipers Worn and just Acceptable

offside mirror cracked not affecting view

Pass 28 Oct 2010 73,499 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 42,655 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 42,655 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 37,914 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 25,414 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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DE04 DXP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DE04 DXP, 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 DE04 DXP registered?

DE04 DXP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is DE04 DXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE04 DXP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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