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V273 GTW

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,830 mi
Last recorded98,830 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV273 GTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 98,830 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 94,391 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 88,572 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 88,572 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 78,250 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 69,206 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 69,206 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 63,056 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 63,056 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 59,971 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 55,691 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 55,691 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,756 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 45,196 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 45,196 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 39,897 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 36,560 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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V273 GTW is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 V273 GTW, 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 V273 GTW registered?

V273 GTW is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 11 September 1999.

Is V273 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V273 GTW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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