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AD53 VGN

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,720 mi
Last recorded115,720 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 115,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine light is on

front tyres inner edges worn

headlamps faded

nearside of front bumper damaged

oil leak

rear tyres getting low

Pass 19 Apr 2017 110,595 miles

engine light is on

headlamp glasses fading

Fail 19 Apr 2017 110,595 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

engine light is on

headlamp glasses fading

Pass 12 Apr 2016 106,581 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pedal feels spongy

engine management light on

Fail 12 Apr 2016 106,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pedal feels spongy

engine management light on

Pass 24 Apr 2015 101,737 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine warning light on

Fail 22 Apr 2015 101,707 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine warning light on

Pass 22 Apr 2014 97,620 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 97,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 94,714 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 16,201 miles

headlamp aims on limit.

Pass 18 Apr 2011 79,076 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 72,048 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 64,450 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 64,450 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 56,075 miles

both front inner wheel arch trims adrift

rear number plate starting to seperate

service light on

Pass 30 Mar 2007 44,787 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 44,787 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 VGN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AD53 VGN, 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 VGN registered?

AD53 VGN is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is AD53 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 VGN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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