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V458 EUJ

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,129 mi
Last recorded145,129 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV458 EUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2017 145,129 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

n/s inner sill covered with under sealant

Pass 3 Dec 2015 128,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

top engine cover fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2014 112,657 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2013 106,485 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 101,298 miles

slight play in o/s/f steering rack end

Pass 25 Nov 2011 95,069 miles

offside steering rack end has slight play

Pass 25 Nov 2010 87,940 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 83,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 77,726 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 71,443 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 65,672 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 58,978 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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V458 EUJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V458 EUJ, 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 V458 EUJ registered?

V458 EUJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V458 EUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V458 EUJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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