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V207 NKJ

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,265 mi
Last recorded123,265 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV207 NKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 123,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom wishbone rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom wishbone rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

x2 front tyres inner treads worn

Fail 15 Nov 2018 123,260 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested hose split (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom wishbone rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom wishbone rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

x2 front tyres inner treads worn

Pass 24 Nov 2017 120,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

x2 front bottom arms [rear bush worn]

Fail 22 Nov 2017 120,778 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

x2 front bottom arms [rear bush worn]

Pass 14 Nov 2016 117,923 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 117,923 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 112,588 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 112,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 110,467 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 110,467 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 103,702 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 100,177 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 95,575 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 89,081 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 81,967 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 74,437 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 68,009 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 61,880 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 53,991 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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V207 NKJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 V207 NKJ, 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 V207 NKJ registered?

V207 NKJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is V207 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V207 NKJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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