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VK55 DAO

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

204,051 mi
Last recorded204,051 miles
Recorded on23 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 DAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 May 2021 204,051 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 210,817 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 97,403 miles

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)

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

exhaust mountings deteriorating

Pass 6 Sep 2012 87,974 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 78,654 miles

Both front tyres worn on centre tread

Pass 22 Sep 2010 67,845 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 54,458 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,110 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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VK55 DAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 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 VK55 DAO, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK55 DAO registered?

VK55 DAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is VK55 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK55 DAO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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