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V446 MKM

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

182,601 mi
Last recorded182,601 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV446 MKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 182,601 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 167,800 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 155,293 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 143,293 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 4 Sep 2010 133,435 miles

nail in offside front tyre - screw in nearside rear tyre.

nearside outer c.v gaiter deteriorating.

nearside rear brake disc pitted.

slight play in nearside front anti-roll bar link arm lower bush.

Pass 15 Oct 2009 118,893 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear footbrake showing imbalance

Fail 3 Oct 2009 118,370 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear footbrake showing imbalance

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 102,580 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 101,209 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 101,191 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 90,846 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 81,734 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 81,734 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

brake pad warning lamp stays on/new brake pads fitted by customer.

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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V446 MKM is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V446 MKM, 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 V446 MKM?

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What year was V446 MKM registered?

V446 MKM is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 26 November 1999.

Is V446 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V446 MKM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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