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DS04 JPF

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,572 mi
Last recorded110,572 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS04 JPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 May 2015 110,572 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

vehicle has been lowered

Pass 21 Oct 2014 105,745 miles

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

engine management light staying on

Fail 18 Oct 2014 105,729 miles

Front Anti-roll bar inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

engine management light staying on

Pass 16 Sep 2013 94,742 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 94,742 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

this car is fitted with H.I.D headlights with no cleaning devices fitted

windscreen has stickers fitted but not within drivers view

Pass 17 Sep 2012 82,984 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 75,067 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 67,626 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 58,219 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 52,441 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 43,088 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 43,088 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DS04 JPF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DS04 JPF, 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 DS04 JPF registered?

DS04 JPF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is DS04 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS04 JPF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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