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T911 SHR

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,749 mi
Last recorded153,749 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT911 SHR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 153,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 May 2018 153,729 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 151,362 miles

Central exhaust bracket broken

Coolant leak ()

Fail 8 Jun 2017 151,352 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)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Central exhaust bracket broken

Coolant leak ()

Pass 8 Jun 2016 146,742 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort poor (3.7.B.6b)

handbrake lever release button missing

offside fronr headlight lens poor

rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 8 Jun 2015 138,283 miles

hold on button poor condition

park brake operation poor

Pass 6 Jun 2014 129,270 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

front brake pads 2mm

handbrake operation poor and long travel

near side inner front drive shaft gaiter clip poor fitting

offside rear handbrake effort low

Pass 3 Jun 2013 118,194 miles

O/S/REAR PARK BRAKE EFFORT LOW

Pass 13 Jun 2012 107,850 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 94,594 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW ONEDGES

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 94,579 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW ONEDGES

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 80,042 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 62,762 miles

N/S/REAR TYRE3MM

Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,421 miles

front brake pads wearing low down to 4mm/5mm

nearside cv drive shaft boot clip poor fitting

rear brake pads wearing low down to 5mm

Pass 11 Jun 2007 37,976 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 32,418 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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T911 SHR is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 T911 SHR, 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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What year was T911 SHR registered?

T911 SHR is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 June 1999.

Is T911 SHR safe to buy?

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