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YC53 EEK

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,810 mi
Last recorded201,810 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 EEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 201,810 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 201,706 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 193,168 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 167,073 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 147,474 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 128,366 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 128,366 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 107,495 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 88,763 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 88,763 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 67,495 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 43,222 miles

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)

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

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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YC53 EEK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC53 EEK, 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 YC53 EEK registered?

YC53 EEK is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is YC53 EEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 EEK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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