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WJ54 BBO

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,655 mi
Last recorded81,655 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ54 BBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,655 miles

EML on

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance N/S/R (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 81,601 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML on

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Radiator leaking

Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance N/S/R (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 76,875 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2015 76,875 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,192 miles

eml on dash showing fault

n/s door mirror glass missing

Pass 23 Jul 2013 64,681 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine managment light on dash showing fault

n/s mirror missing

Pass 25 Jul 2012 59,554 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 50,113 miles

front discs and pads slightly worn

rear discs and pads slightly worn

Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,564 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,932 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,751 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 16,596 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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WJ54 BBO is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WJ54 BBO, 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 WJ54 BBO registered?

WJ54 BBO is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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The MOT history for WJ54 BBO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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