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YU04 LUA

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,528 mi
Last recorded70,528 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU04 LUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 70,528 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 66,640 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 63,889 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 62,058 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 57,228 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 52,614 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 45,394 miles

Nearside Rear 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 5 Jan 2011 42,670 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 42,670 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 38,857 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 31,940 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 24,751 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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YU04 LUA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YU04 LUA, 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

How do I check the history of YU04 LUA?

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What year was YU04 LUA registered?

YU04 LUA is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is YU04 LUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU04 LUA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YU04 LUA have outstanding finance?

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