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V383 RUD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,207 mi
Last recorded98,207 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV383 RUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 98,207 miles

both front headlight lenses deteriorating

both front tyres wearing lower on outer edges of tread

n/s/f steering rack end has slight play

vehicle underside dry in places corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2022 92,443 miles

n/s/r brake grabbing binding slightly

vehicle underside and components dry and showing surface corrosion in places

Pass 29 Jan 2021 86,325 miles

all four brake discs have corrosion pitting on faces

front and rear number plates deteriorating

n/s and o/s front brake discs binding grabbing slightly

n/s and o/s rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges of treads with flat spots high spots

n/s/r brake pipe feeding flexi on axle showing corrosion

o/s/f headlamp inner coating deteriorating still provides image

vehicle underside components dry ad showing corrosion in places

Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,176 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 85,176 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 84,096 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 84,096 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 82,650 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 82,650 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 81,054 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 79,768 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 78,216 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 74,726 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 68,636 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 61,104 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 52,867 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 44,802 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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V383 RUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 V383 RUD, 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 V383 RUD registered?

V383 RUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 10 December 1999.

Is V383 RUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V383 RUD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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