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YU53 WFX

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,878 mi
Last recorded132,878 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 WFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 132,878 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

auxilliary belt noisy

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2013 132,878 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

auxilliary belt noisy

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2012 120,353 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 May 2011 113,278 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 107,749 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2010 107,749 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 104,921 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 99,281 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 92,772 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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YU53 WFX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YU53 WFX, 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 YU53 WFX?

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What year was YU53 WFX registered?

YU53 WFX is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is YU53 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU53 WFX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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