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A16 JSL

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,519 mi
Last recorded70,519 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 JSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 70,519 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 66,756 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 63,408 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 74,916 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Mar 2021 52,045 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 45,740 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 42,327 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 41,274 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 41,266 miles

Central Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 39,907 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 38,444 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,425 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,682 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 26,826 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 24,926 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,475 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 21,245 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 17,824 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 17,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 14,460 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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A16 JSL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A16 JSL, 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 A16 JSL registered?

A16 JSL is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is A16 JSL safe to buy?

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