CarVerify

Free Car Check

V345 DFX

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,676 mi
Last recorded141,676 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV345 DFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 141,676 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 123,195 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 123,133 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 119,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 119,356 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 114,777 miles

Both front tyre treads wearing low and wearing on inner edges.

Pass 7 Feb 2013 111,461 miles

headlamps poor

slight noise n/s/f bearing

Pass 3 Feb 2012 107,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 103,833 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 103,833 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 99,393 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 94,227 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 94,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 88,381 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 83,935 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 79,362 miles

child seat offside rear

offside wiperblade has slight wear

slight wear nearside top suspension mount

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
Full Volkswagen Bora reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V345 DFX is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V345 DFX, 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

How do I check the history of V345 DFX?

You can check the full history of V345 DFX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V345 DFX registered?

V345 DFX is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V345 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V345 DFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V345 DFX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V345 DFX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.