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AD54 GRF

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

197,545 mi
Last recorded197,545 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 197,545 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 191,882 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 185,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 171,379 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 155,420 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 139,933 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 124,434 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 110,693 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 109,088 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 94,263 miles

Brake pads warning light showing - pad wear OK

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Jan 2012 94,263 miles

Brake pads warning light showing - pad wear OK

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 81,370 miles

radiator leaking on both bottom corners

Fail 13 Jan 2011 81,370 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

radiator leaking on both bottom corners

Pass 23 Jan 2010 64,839 miles

rear disc are corroded

rear pads are low

screen damage at offside

cam belt over due

cat been clamped up

exhaust flexi poor

Pass 4 Feb 2009 45,749 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 45,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 34,795 miles

exhaust centre bracket broken away from system

Fail 11 Feb 2008 34,795 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust centre bracket broken away from system

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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AD54 GRF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AD54 GRF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD54 GRF registered?

AD54 GRF is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is AD54 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GRF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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