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DE04 KNC

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,735 mi
Last recorded155,735 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 155,735 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

nearside front c.v gaiter deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2017 141,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 132,280 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 121,253 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)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 101,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 May 2014 101,563 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake check light on at time of test.

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

Front and rear brake discs worn.

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

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

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

Rear bushes on front subframe slightly perished with age.

Pass 22 May 2013 90,508 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 82,996 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 74,781 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 29 Apr 2010 65,777 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 57,259 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 48,526 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 41,222 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 KNC 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 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 KNC, 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 KNC registered?

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

Is DE04 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE04 KNC 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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