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LFZ 8819

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

70,229 mi
Last recorded70,229 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 8819
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 70,229 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 70,229 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 68,779 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 68,769 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 64,449 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 58,007 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 51,058 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 50,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 49,363 miles

Engine cover and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 26 Apr 2017 48,347 miles

Engine cover not allowing full inspection.

Pass 23 Apr 2016 47,640 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 10 Apr 2015 46,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 45,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 43,839 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 41,722 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 38,826 miles

emits some blue smoke from exhaust.

front wiper blades slightly deteriated.

Pass 19 Apr 2010 36,779 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 32,118 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 28,535 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,165 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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LFZ 8819 is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,729 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 LFZ 8819, 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 26 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 LFZ 8819 registered?

LFZ 8819 is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 8 May 2000.

Is LFZ 8819 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 8819 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LFZ 8819 have outstanding finance?

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