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V301 HDU

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,601 mi
Last recorded95,601 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV301 HDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 95,601 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 95,601 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 88,865 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge,close to limits. 205/55/16

Fail 19 Dec 2014 88,865 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge,close to limits. 205/55/16

Fail 21 Nov 2013 86,711 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 86,711 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 84,846 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 80,260 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 76,387 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 76,381 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 73,396 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 70,354 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 67,613 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 62,159 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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V301 HDU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V301 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.

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What year was V301 HDU registered?

V301 HDU is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V301 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V301 HDU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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