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V139 MGP

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,096 mi
Last recorded138,096 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV139 MGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2019 138,096 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 emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 134,279 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 128,934 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 121,926 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 121,892 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 115,192 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 108,500 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 99,313 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 86,753 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 72,332 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 72,332 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 63,634 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 60,437 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 55,555 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2008 55,555 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2007 49,099 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 42,464 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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V139 MGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 V139 MGP, 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 V139 MGP registered?

V139 MGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V139 MGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V139 MGP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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