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VN54 OHA

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

147,999 mi
Last recorded147,999 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 OHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 147,999 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 136,437 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 134,960 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 131,146 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 128,239 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2022 128,235 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 122,347 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 115,226 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 108,503 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 101,947 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 92,742 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 83,464 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 76,435 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 71,128 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 66,689 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 61,478 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Sep 2010 56,419 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 48,521 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 36,814 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 28,936 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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VN54 OHA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VN54 OHA, 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 VN54 OHA registered?

VN54 OHA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is VN54 OHA safe to buy?

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