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V271 DTN

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,780 mi
Last recorded81,780 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV271 DTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 81,780 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2016 81,585 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 74,287 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 65,069 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 47,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 44,374 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 44,374 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 43,951 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 43,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

N/s/r tyre perishing

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 36,380 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 29,456 miles

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyre's starting to perrish.

offside front tyre perrished.

Fail 10 Aug 2009 28,603 miles

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 28,603 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 26,229 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 24,525 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 22,255 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 19,583 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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V271 DTN is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 V271 DTN, 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 V271 DTN registered?

V271 DTN is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V271 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V271 DTN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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