2004 Volkswagen Bora TDI 1.9L Heavy oil · FNZ 3031

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status, with the most recent test conducted on 21 November 2025 at 210,237 miles resulting in a clean pass. This record indicates a stable maintenance trend, as the car has successfully navigated its last three annual inspections without a single recorded defect or advisory. The failed test on 5 August 2024 at 205,356 miles appears to be a procedural anomaly or a minor administrative oversight, given that the vehicle passed a re-test just twenty-five days later without any reported mechanical repairs. Accumulating 210,237 miles over twenty-two years averages to approximately 9,556 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a diesel engine of this era. The mileage progression remains consistent across the provided timeline, showing no evidence of long-term storage or excessive seasonal spikes. The data suggests the vehicle has been kept in regular operation, which often prevents the common issues associated with prolonged inactivity, such as seized calipers or fuel system degradation. Despite the clean MOT history, prospective buyers must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and mechanical sub-assemblies. A 2004 Volkswagen Bora is prone to age-related corrosion on the front subframe and sills, which can sometimes escape notice during a standard test. You should specifically check the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the coil springs, as these components frequently wear on high-mileage vehicles of this platform. While the MOT record is exceptionally clean, it does not account for the state of the timing belt or the turbocharger, both of which are critical service items that require verification through a separate, comprehensive service history.