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AD54 GVU

2005 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

87,597 mi
Last recorded87,597 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Bora90,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 GVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 87,597 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 87,596 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2020 79,568 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 73,427 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 65,880 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 58,413 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,521 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,332 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 51,655 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 51,655 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 48,951 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,923 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 38,300 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 34,441 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 30,873 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 27,874 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,062 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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AD54 GVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 GVU, 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 GVU registered?

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

Is AD54 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 GVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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