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AF04 YDG

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,708 mi
Last recorded64,708 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 YDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 64,708 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 64,708 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 63,447 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 62,356 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 60,600 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 58,616 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 58,616 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 55,789 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 52,716 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 47,419 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 44,352 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 40,695 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 37,595 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 33,223 miles

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

wipers smearing

Pass 12 Feb 2009 28,153 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 23,364 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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AF04 YDG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF04 YDG, 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.

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What year was AF04 YDG registered?

AF04 YDG is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 2 May 2004.

Is AF04 YDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 YDG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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