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A20 NLH

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

139,127 mi
Last recorded139,127 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 NLH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2016 139,127 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 130,845 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 122,087 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 115,155 miles

**STRONG ADVISE** rear brake discs in poor condition

both rear wheels slightly binding when turned by hand

centre exhaust mount slightly corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on edges

slight play in front anti-roll bar centre bushes

Pass 12 Jul 2012 105,776 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating

High level brake light not working

Nearside rear brake has a slight bind

Rear brake discs in poor condition

Stone chip in windscreen

Pass 8 Jul 2011 92,335 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

The nearside rear brake disc is badly corroded on both faces.

The offside rear brake disc is badly corroded on both faces.

The offside wingmirror outer caseing is damaged.

The rear registration plate is becoming defaced due to general ageing.

The sump is leaking engine oil - not excessively leaking.

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 86,791 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 86,791 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 76,786 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 17 Sep 2007 68,697 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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A20 NLH is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A20 NLH, 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.

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What year was A20 NLH registered?

A20 NLH is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 September 2004.

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