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T352 MRP

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

138,428 mi
Last recorded138,428 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT352 MRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 138,428 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2022 138,428 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip brocken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 135,035 miles

o/s outer cv boot weeping,beam axle bushes splitting,corrosion to sub frames

Pass 4 Aug 2020 132,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has screw in tread

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalytic converter joint blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 132,764 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal showing signs of travel

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever on caliper fully on

Nearside Rear Tyre has screw in tread

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalytic converter joint blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 130,189 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 126,620 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 122,549 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 118,170 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 110,844 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 107,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 105,449 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 11 Jul 2012 102,639 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 98,985 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 92,890 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 92,890 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 90,015 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 90,015 miles

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 86,018 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 86,018 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 80,863 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 80,863 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 76,295 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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T352 MRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 T352 MRP, 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 T352 MRP registered?

T352 MRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 July 1999.

Is T352 MRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T352 MRP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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