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YB04 AFK

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,681 mi
Last recorded108,681 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 AFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 108,681 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 104,131 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 102,324 miles

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

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

brake pipes bubbling under plastic coating

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2017 98,662 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases two places (7.1.2)

Offside Front wing becoming corroded

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 95,028 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 91,766 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 91,766 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2014 88,208 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 85,346 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 81,816 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 78,242 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 73,875 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 69,513 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 66,184 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 51,658 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 51,658 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YB04 AFK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB04 AFK, 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 YB04 AFK registered?

YB04 AFK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is YB04 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB04 AFK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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