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YR04 ZPB

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

165,859 mi
Last recorded165,859 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 165,859 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 157,062 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 143,630 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 142,424 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 139,578 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 139,578 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 136,370 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 133,138 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 127,271 miles

Exhaust backbox corroded

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 118,954 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 111,392 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 23 Oct 2014 104,316 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 97,129 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 89,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 81,966 miles

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)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 72,085 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 60,027 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 55,703 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 45,488 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 30,448 miles

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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YR04 ZPB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ZPB, 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 YR04 ZPB registered?

YR04 ZPB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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