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YK04 NXZ

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

176,464 mi
Last recorded176,464 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 NXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 176,464 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 176,464 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 154,763 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 154,740 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle and out side (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing catch missing (5.1.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 147,730 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 138,351 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 138,351 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 129,699 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 14 Feb 2013 118,960 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 118,960 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 108,136 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 96,792 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 96,792 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 82,912 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 70,318 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 57,594 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 42,746 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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YK04 NXZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YK04 NXZ, 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 YK04 NXZ registered?

YK04 NXZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is YK04 NXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK04 NXZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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