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YH04 XFP

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,631 mi
Last recorded62,631 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH04 XFP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 62,631 miles

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 59,313 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 59,104 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 59,104 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 57,899 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 57,987 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 56,230 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 52,425 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 47,392 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 41,865 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,814 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 31,337 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 31,337 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 29,922 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 29,920 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Approx 4000 miles left on rear pads

Pass 29 Apr 2009 26,449 miles

Front tyres worn uneven

Pass 23 Apr 2008 21,305 miles

Lower arm bushes starting to split

N/S/R shocker bump stop perished

Rear exhaust box outer skin coming away

Pass 23 Apr 2008 21,305 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,069 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 17,069 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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YH04 XFP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YH04 XFP, 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 YH04 XFP registered?

YH04 XFP is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is YH04 XFP safe to buy?

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