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T527 MBD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,001 mi
Last recorded149,001 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT527 MBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2011 149,001 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 135,560 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 126,891 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 126,891 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 122,670 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 122,670 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 11,252 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 104,442 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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T527 MBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T527 MBD, 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 T527 MBD registered?

T527 MBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 June 1999.

Is T527 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T527 MBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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