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YR04 ZNZ

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

175,432 mi
Last recorded175,432 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 ZNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 175,432 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 165,848 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 149,826 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 149,826 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 138,559 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 127,615 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 118,737 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 110,371 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 100,793 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 100,793 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 86,849 miles

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

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

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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YR04 ZNZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YR04 ZNZ, 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 YR04 ZNZ registered?

YR04 ZNZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 March 2004.

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The MOT history for YR04 ZNZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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