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DF53 UUL

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,991 mi
Last recorded111,991 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 UUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 111,991 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 101,259 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Dec 2017 101,259 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 92,788 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 87,102 miles

both head lamps misty

Pass 16 Jan 2015 80,409 miles

Both the N/S and O/S head lamp images are starting to diminish, benefit of doubt given to the customer this year.

Both the N/S/R and O/S/F tyres are low on pressure.

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)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 71,255 miles

rear brake discs rusty ridged

Fail 24 Jan 2013 63,094 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 63,094 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 56,263 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 56,263 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 49,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 49,077 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 42,056 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 36,820 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 30,564 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 23,346 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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DF53 UUL is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DF53 UUL, 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 DF53 UUL registered?

DF53 UUL is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 January 2004.

Is DF53 UUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 UUL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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