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V443 RUD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,784 mi
Last recorded159,784 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV443 RUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 159,784 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 140,327 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 140,327 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2011 123,872 miles

n/s/f rim damaged

Fail 24 Mar 2010 113,525 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 113,525 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 102,470 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 86,560 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 71,624 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 63,367 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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V443 RUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver 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 V443 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V443 RUD registered?

V443 RUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V443 RUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V443 RUD 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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