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T457 ACU

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,279 mi
Last recorded127,279 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2010
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT457 ACU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2010 127,279 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 121,154 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Oct 2009 121,087 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)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 115,405 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 114,082 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 109,572 miles

rear middle lap belt stalk cover is missing

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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T457 ACU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T457 ACU, 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

How do I check the history of T457 ACU?

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What year was T457 ACU registered?

T457 ACU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is T457 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T457 ACU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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