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VN04 LYR

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,285 mi
Last recorded62,285 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 LYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 62,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 54,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 54,957 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 42,180 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 42,180 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective emission fault message on dash (8.2.2.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed due to fault (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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Pass 21 Oct 2022 28,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 24,016 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 23,676 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 22,539 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 21,204 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 20,129 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,086 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 17,893 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,635 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,378 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,175 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 12,847 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 11,679 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 10,147 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 8,463 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 5,822 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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VN04 LYR is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VN04 LYR, 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 VN04 LYR registered?

VN04 LYR is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is VN04 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN04 LYR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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