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AD04 LYF

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,634 mi
Last recorded90,634 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 LYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 90,634 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 90,618 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 89,294 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 84,688 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 81,124 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 79,167 miles

hand brake lever has limited reserve travel

Pass 29 May 2019 76,057 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 76,057 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 73,208 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 69,044 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 64,059 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 56,803 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 48,877 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 41,204 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,043 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 34,127 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 30,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 25,777 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 21,873 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 18,017 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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AD04 LYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AD04 LYF, 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 AD04 LYF registered?

AD04 LYF is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 16 June 2004.

Is AD04 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 LYF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD04 LYF have outstanding finance?

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