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AD05 KTC

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,601 mi
Last recorded137,601 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 KTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 137,601 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 136,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Dec 2023 127,469 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 123,827 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 123,827 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 117,825 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 117,823 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 115,060 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 115,055 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 106,500 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 106,500 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 94,224 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 94,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 87,754 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 83,509 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 79,907 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 79,907 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working n/s & o/s (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 74,059 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 74,059 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 68,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 68,903 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 61,628 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 53,491 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 46,206 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,440 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,707 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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AD05 KTC is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD05 KTC, 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 AD05 KTC registered?

AD05 KTC is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is AD05 KTC safe to buy?

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