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YM04 MFU

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

127,598 mi
Last recorded127,598 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 MFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 127,598 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 121,159 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 113,142 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 107,392 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 107,392 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 96,561 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 96,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 82,282 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 73,257 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 53,211 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 53,211 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 44,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 44,190 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 34,145 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,781 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 19,259 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 19,259 miles

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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YM04 MFU 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 YM04 MFU, 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 MFU registered?

YM04 MFU is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is YM04 MFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM04 MFU 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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