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V389 BNV

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2012
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,097 mi
Last recorded113,097 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV389 BNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2011 113,097 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 112,679 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 112,679 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 97,567 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2009 97,567 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 93,753 miles

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2007 88,035 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 208,731 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 175,359 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 140,688 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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V389 BNV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V389 BNV, 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 V389 BNV registered?

V389 BNV is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V389 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V389 BNV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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