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DK54 XZA

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

84,528 mi
Last recorded84,528 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 XZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 84,528 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 78,765 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front steering arm ball joint has slight play

rear discs starting to deteriorate

Fail 16 Dec 2010 78,765 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front steering arm ball joint has slight play

rear discs starting to deteriorate

Fail 23 Sep 2010 77,059 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 77,059 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 67,153 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 67,153 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 51,290 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 51,290 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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DK54 XZA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK54 XZA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK54 XZA registered?

DK54 XZA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is DK54 XZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK54 XZA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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