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YM04 CRX

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,503 mi
Last recorded96,503 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 CRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2015 96,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2015 96,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 94,219 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 83,719 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 84,133 miles

both rear brake discs very corroded strongly recommend new rear discs and pads

both rear wheels slightly stiff to rotate

o/s/f inner brake discs wearing on inner side

unable to see rear inner brake pad thickness

wipers smearing screen sightly recommend new

Fail 23 Apr 2011 84,133 miles

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

both rear brake discs very corroded strongly recommend new rear discs and pads

both rear wheels slightly stiff to rotate

o/s/f inner brake discs wearing on inner side

unable to see rear inner brake pad thickness

wipers smearing screen sightly recommend new

Pass 3 Apr 2010 80,122 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 73,666 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 69,183 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2008 69,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 May 2007 50,869 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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YM04 CRX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YM04 CRX, 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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What year was YM04 CRX registered?

YM04 CRX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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