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AD05 KWP

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

126,652 mi
Last recorded126,652 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 126,652 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Outer skin on back box is corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills are wings - have been repaired in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under body components are showing signs of age related corrosion.

Fail 21 Jun 2023 126,627 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. O/s/f = 225-45-17 N/s/f = 215-45-17 (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Outer skin on back box is corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills are wings - have been repaired in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under body components are showing signs of age related corrosion.

Pass 10 Jul 2021 122,213 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 122,213 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 117,041 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 110,136 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 110,136 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 104,842 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 104,825 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 99,893 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 93,942 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 93,823 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 86,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 1 Jul 2015 86,968 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 81,111 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 75,998 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jul 2013 75,998 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2012 70,111 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 63,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jul 2010 56,498 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 49,026 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2008 40,604 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit and wearing on inner edges

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 KWP 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 68.2%.

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 KWP, 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 KWP registered?

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

Is AD05 KWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 KWP shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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