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V195 GLF

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,651 mi
Last recorded144,651 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV195 GLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 144,651 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 134,323 miles

nearside steering rack arm has play in inner joint

Pass 5 Sep 2013 121,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 111,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 101,672 miles

nearside front and offside front brake discs pitted and corroded

nearside rear and offside rear brake discs pitted and corroded

offside steering arm has slight play

Pass 26 Nov 2008 93,713 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 84,922 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 72,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 72,757 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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V195 GLF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V195 GLF, 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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How do I check the history of V195 GLF?

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What year was V195 GLF registered?

V195 GLF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V195 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V195 GLF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V195 GLF have outstanding finance?

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