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DE04 DYF

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,602 mi
Last recorded118,602 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 DYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 118,602 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 113,024 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

engine light on

Pass 19 Dec 2016 106,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

off side steering arm has slight play

Pass 26 Dec 2015 100,009 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Dec 2014 93,457 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 87,139 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 79,117 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 79,117 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 75,876 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 73,718 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 69,905 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 64,304 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 34,146 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 DYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DYF, 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 DYF registered?

DE04 DYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is DE04 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE04 DYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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