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V259 LGM

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

187,972 mi
Last recorded187,972 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV259 LGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 187,972 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 187,972 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 184,396 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2022 184,396 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 175,743 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Door quarter light glass broken

Fail 1 Mar 2021 175,743 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Door quarter light glass broken

Pass 7 Jan 2020 165,426 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 165,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged inner canvas exposed. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely Handbrake cable lever on caliper sticking. (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged inner canvas exposed. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light on. (7.1.6 (a))

Engine covers fitted.

Handbrake lever almost on max travel.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 155,785 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 151,432 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 148,214 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 143,881 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 138,196 miles

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 138,195 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 130,902 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 123,193 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 114,112 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 104,963 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 96,166 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 86,217 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 77,073 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 69,020 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 60,352 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken ,system still secure

rear brake pads getting low

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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V259 LGM is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 V259 LGM, 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 V259 LGM registered?

V259 LGM is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V259 LGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V259 LGM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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