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YD54 ZHN

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

186,246 mi
Last recorded186,246 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD54 ZHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2017 186,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 161,853 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 161,853 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Scored (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 143,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from middle (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front wheel arch corroded but has no sharp or jagged edges

middle exhaust bracket broken but exhaust is secure

Pass 18 Nov 2014 132,573 miles

Centre exhaust mount deteiorated

Child seat and side skirts fitted

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 132,525 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Centre exhaust mount deteiorated

Child seat and side skirts fitted

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 118,587 miles

rear exhaust deteiorated

Fail 14 Nov 2013 118,573 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear exhaust deteiorated

Pass 19 Nov 2012 106,858 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 102,111 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front steering rack tie bar ball joints worn

rear tyyre sidewalls cracking

Fail 2 Nov 2011 102,111 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front steering rack tie bar ball joints worn

rear tyyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 2 Nov 2010 96,477 miles

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

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

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyre treads low

Pass 16 Nov 2009 89,125 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2008 71,144 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 71,144 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 63,302 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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YD54 ZHN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD54 ZHN, 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.

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YD54 ZHN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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