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YA53 YCD

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

218,709 mi
Last recorded218,709 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 YCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2016 218,709 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 206,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 193,985 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Dec 2012 170,457 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 147,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 124,166 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 101,580 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 82,302 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 64,444 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 47,488 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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YA53 YCD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YA53 YCD, 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 YA53 YCD registered?

YA53 YCD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is YA53 YCD safe to buy?

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