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T565 SVL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,157 mi
Last recorded98,157 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT565 SVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 98,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 87,772 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 76,954 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 76,943 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2009 67,044 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 61,138 miles

handbrake reading on offside low

Pass 10 May 2007 55,553 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 49,797 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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T565 SVL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T565 SVL, 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 T565 SVL?

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What year was T565 SVL registered?

T565 SVL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is T565 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T565 SVL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T565 SVL have outstanding finance?

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