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T489 WKK

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

140,492 mi
Last recorded140,492 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT489 WKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 140,492 miles

4 tyres tread low 205/55R16 91V

Fail 5 Jun 2015 140,457 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)

All tyres fitted to vehicle wearing low 205/55/r16 91v

Pass 6 May 2014 133,577 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)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 128,586 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Apr 2013 128,586 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2012 119,094 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 107,491 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 123,910 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 100,522 miles

deterioration to wiper blades.

leaks on exhaust and weld on centre bracket broken.

nearside rear seat belt park,cover broken.

nearside rear tyre worn on edges to 2mm.

Fail 16 Jan 2010 100,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

deterioration to wiper blades.

leaks on exhaust and weld on centre bracket broken.

nearside rear seat belt park,cover broken.

nearside rear tyre worn on edges to 2mm.

Pass 15 Jan 2009 92,540 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 92,540 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 84,105 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 72,338 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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T489 WKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 T489 WKK, 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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T489 WKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 July 1999.

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