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V107 FBV

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,429 mi
Last recorded150,429 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV107 FBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2009 150,429 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 150,429 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 143,293 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 143,293 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 137,632 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 137,632 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

offside rear seat belt buckel cover missing

Pass 6 Jun 2006 131,923 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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V107 FBV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 V107 FBV, 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 V107 FBV registered?

V107 FBV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V107 FBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V107 FBV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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