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T251 VKE

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

162,479 mi
Last recorded162,479 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT251 VKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2011 162,479 miles

advise exhaust corroded.

advise front discs scored,

advise n/s/+o/s front head lamps glass starting to mist slightley.

advise slight play n/s front rack.

Pass 30 Dec 2010 150,770 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 150,769 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Dec 2009 134,851 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 134,694 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 124,289 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 108,250 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 108,250 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 89,076 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 68,087 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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T251 VKE is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 T251 VKE, 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 T251 VKE registered?

T251 VKE is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is T251 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T251 VKE shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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