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YM04 MDV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

133,681 mi
Last recorded133,681 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 MDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 133,681 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 119,584 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 29 May 2018 119,580 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2017 112,408 miles

Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 May 2017 112,408 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported center (7.1.1)

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

Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jul 2016 105,206 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre side wall perished

Pass 6 Jun 2015 100,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2015 100,648 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 96,082 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 21 May 2014 96,082 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2013 91,637 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 91,637 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 May 2012 86,275 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 86,275 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 80,293 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 74,353 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 20 May 2010 74,353 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2009 63,863 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2008 49,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jun 2007 35,361 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 MDV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 MDV, 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 MDV registered?

YM04 MDV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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