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A13 UNW

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

167,779 mi
Last recorded167,779 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 UNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 167,779 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 159,826 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 151,827 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 145,396 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 141,858 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 137,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 137,681 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 127,517 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 127,517 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 103,505 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 101,049 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 93,244 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 87,383 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 82,849 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 82,849 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 77,929 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 71,175 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,830 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 53,287 miles

both rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 7 Aug 2009 40,262 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 40,262 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 24,397 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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A13 UNW is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A13 UNW, 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.

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What year was A13 UNW registered?

A13 UNW is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is A13 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 UNW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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