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V262 HDU

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,482 mi
Last recorded138,482 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV262 HDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 138,482 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 124,816 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both headlight lenses have slight deteriation

engine cover fitted

o/s/r brake has slight bind

Fail 14 Apr 2016 124,816 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both headlight lenses have slight deteriation

engine cover fitted

high level brake light in-op

o/s/r brake has slight bind

Pass 17 Apr 2015 112,557 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2015 112,557 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2013 102,220 miles

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

Oil leak

advise osr brake sticking

Pass 9 Nov 2012 95,623 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 87,409 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 81,132 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 72,780 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 69,014 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 64,177 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear no.plate fading

Pass 28 Oct 2006 58,202 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 58,202 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise on centre exhaust box bracket broken

advise on front brake discs lipped

advise on front wipers smearing screen

advise on nearside rear tyre nailed

advise on rear number plate slightly deformed

advise on stonechip on nearside windscreen

strong advise on nearside front tyre worn 2 1/2mm

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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V262 HDU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V262 HDU, 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 V262 HDU registered?

V262 HDU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V262 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V262 HDU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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