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DG04 WDR

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,885 mi
Last recorded186,885 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 WDR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 186,885 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 173,396 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 156,095 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 139,644 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 128,514 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 128,514 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 110,336 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2013 110,336 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 96,437 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 79,373 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 58,381 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 39,464 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 32,289 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 25,547 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)

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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DG04 WDR is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG04 WDR, 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 DG04 WDR registered?

DG04 WDR is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is DG04 WDR safe to buy?

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