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1980 RJ

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

166,755 mi
Last recorded166,755 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1980 RJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 166,755 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jun 2026 166,733 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2025 157,023 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 146,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Fail 18 Jun 2024 146,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2023 134,453 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 121,629 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

both front tyres wearing low on tread

Pass 2 Jul 2021 111,967 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 107,536 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 101,015 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 87,128 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 66,935 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 45,917 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 35,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 35,130 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 32,520 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 29,625 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 27,178 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,022 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 1 May 2010 21,766 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)

Fail 1 May 2010 21,766 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 May 2009 19,289 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 19,289 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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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1980 RJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 90,885 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 1980 RJ, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1980 RJ registered?

1980 RJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is 1980 RJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1980 RJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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