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YY54 PVZ

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,280 mi
Last recorded82,280 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY54 PVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 82,280 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON.

Fail 19 Dec 2015 82,241 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON.

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 74,577 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 68,663 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)

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

both rear brakes slightly binding.

Pass 8 Dec 2012 62,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light on.

rear brakes slightly binding.

Fail 8 Dec 2012 62,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine management light on.

rear brakes slightly binding.

Pass 17 Dec 2011 56,111 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 48,086 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 42,831 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 34,814 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 27,494 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 27,492 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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YY54 PVZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YY54 PVZ, 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 YY54 PVZ registered?

YY54 PVZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 November 2004.

Is YY54 PVZ safe to buy?

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