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T151 JKP

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

160,141 mi
Last recorded160,141 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT151 JKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 160,141 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 160,141 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 157,155 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 157,155 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 152,334 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 147,471 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 143,201 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 139,875 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 128,708 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 123,244 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 49,587 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 108,904 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 103,753 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 99,341 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 91,156 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 91,156 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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T151 JKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 T151 JKP, 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.

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What year was T151 JKP registered?

T151 JKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T151 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T151 JKP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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