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YL53 WBD

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,261 mi
Last recorded159,261 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 WBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 159,261 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 152,528 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 146,558 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 142,184 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 132,242 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 124,257 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2011 124,257 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Outer Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 119,387 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 109,921 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 109,921 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 102,324 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 90,775 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 64,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YL53 WBD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YL53 WBD, 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 YL53 WBD registered?

YL53 WBD is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is YL53 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL53 WBD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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