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WL53 LSN

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,053 mi
Last recorded31,053 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 LSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2014 31,053 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 29,969 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 28,815 miles

both front discs rusted

Pass 12 Jan 2011 27,271 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 25,527 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 23,036 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 19,174 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)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 13,569 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 13,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WL53 LSN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WL53 LSN, 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

How do I check the history of WL53 LSN?

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What year was WL53 LSN registered?

WL53 LSN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is WL53 LSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 LSN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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