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RCZ 2847

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,703 mi
Last recorded142,703 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCZ 2847
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 142,703 miles

n/s/f tyre worn below legal limit of 1.6mm on inner edge.

o/s/r tyre worn below legal limit of 1.6mm on inner edge.

rear number plate slightly faded.

slight coolant leak.

slight oil leak.

Fail 29 May 2009 142,551 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f tyre worn below legal limit of 1.6mm on inner edge.

o/s/r tyre worn below legal limit of 1.6mm on inner edge.

rear number plate slightly faded.

slight coolant leak.

slight oil leak.

Pass 27 May 2008 123,681 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 112,389 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 112,389 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 May 2006 93,101 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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RCZ 2847 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 100,227 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RCZ 2847, 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 27 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 RCZ 2847 registered?

RCZ 2847 is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is RCZ 2847 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCZ 2847 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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