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T91 KCV

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,384 mi
Last recorded86,384 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT91 KCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2009 86,384 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 86,375 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Coolant warning light illuminated coolant added

Emmision test aborted due to oil and water issues after 2nd fast idle test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Object in n/s/r tyre 225/40r18

Oil added to engine due to low level

Sump bung leaking and poor fitment

12v power cable routed dangerously

Bonnet catch very difficalt to operate, advise replacment of catch

Pass 19 Jul 2008 81,109 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 81,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 67,199 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 May 2006 47,422 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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T91 KCV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black 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 T91 KCV, 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 T91 KCV registered?

T91 KCV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is T91 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T91 KCV 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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