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V239 LKK

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

271,745 mi
Last recorded271,745 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV239 LKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2020 271,745 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN VERY HEAVILY ON BOTH EDGES CLOSE TO CANVAS AND CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT REPLACE VERY SOON (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

SLIGHT CORROSION O/S/R BODY

Pass 18 Dec 2018 258,698 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear suspension components corroded

Wheel arches corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2018 258,638 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear suspension components corroded

Wheel arches corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2017 250,524 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has minor damage

Fail 21 Nov 2017 250,517 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has minor damage

Pass 24 Nov 2016 238,152 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 223,170 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 208,530 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 208,436 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 194,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 180,250 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 166,980 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 152,172 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 137,817 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 137,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 122,897 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 107,565 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 96,258 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 85,984 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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V239 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 V239 LKK, 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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V239 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 29 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V239 LKK 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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