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AD53 UZV

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

95,498 mi
Last recorded95,498 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 UZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 95,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 87,314 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 78,773 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 71,357 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 64,144 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 57,371 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 53,051 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 52,667 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 51,942 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 50,577 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 44,869 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 41,859 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 38,798 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 33,038 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 30,817 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 29,855 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 28,176 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 26,699 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 22,832 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 19,525 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 19,525 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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AD53 UZV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AD53 UZV, 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 AD53 UZV registered?

AD53 UZV is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is AD53 UZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 UZV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD53 UZV have outstanding finance?

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