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YA04 HRU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,829 mi
Last recorded150,829 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA04 HRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 150,829 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 143,739 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 133,361 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

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

oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2016 133,361 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2015 125,632 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 114,895 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

hub caps fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2013 105,665 miles

All brake pipe protective plastic coating has blistered

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

The exhaust system has deteriorated due to corrosion

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 95,500 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 86,251 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 70,918 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 55,932 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 44,221 miles

exhaust middle box mount broken

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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YA04 HRU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YA04 HRU, 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 YA04 HRU registered?

YA04 HRU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is YA04 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA04 HRU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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