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T771 HKP

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

127,779 mi
Last recorded127,779 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT771 HKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 127,779 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 127,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 116,210 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 108,485 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 108,485 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 99,921 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 81,203 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 81,203 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 68,413 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 68,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 64,011 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 57,045 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 56,943 miles

Nearside Front Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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T771 HKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 T771 HKP, 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 T771 HKP registered?

T771 HKP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 June 1999.

Is T771 HKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T771 HKP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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