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AD53 VHG

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,513 mi
Last recorded99,513 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 99,513 miles

Near side front tyre well worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 89,795 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust rusty, rear tyres perishing MONITOR, drivers sill damaged but not excessivly weakened

Fail 25 Mar 2013 89,795 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust rusty, rear tyres perishing MONITOR, drivers sill damaged but not excessivly weakened

Pass 30 Mar 2012 79,556 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all 4 discs rusty

exaust rusty

slight wear n/s track rod

Pass 29 Mar 2011 71,469 miles

front/rear 0/s n/s discs worn/rear no.plate disc/f/r susp rusty/slight det f/r susp r/ bushes/exhaust rusty/tank straps rust/p/spipes rusty

wear rack NOISY n/s worst RECOMMEND N/S ARM REPLACED

Pass 1 Apr 2010 62,893 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 51,827 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust rusty/slight det f/r susp r/bushes/wear rack noisy MONITOR

Pass 10 Apr 2008 42,305 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,328 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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AD53 VHG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VHG, 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 VHG registered?

AD53 VHG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 February 2004.

Is AD53 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 VHG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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