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T804 RDE

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Maroon Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,803 mi
Last recorded133,803 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT804 RDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2009 133,803 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 133,799 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front number plate covered in paint

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 127,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Nov 2007 121,551 miles

OIL LOW ON ARRIVAL..HAVE TOPPED UP

Fail 21 Nov 2007 121,551 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

OIL LOW ON ARRIVAL..HAVE TOPPED UP

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 May 2006 100,223 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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T804 RDE is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Maroon with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T804 RDE, 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 T804 RDE registered?

T804 RDE is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 27 April 1999.

Is T804 RDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T804 RDE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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