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V488 OGC

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

74,820 mi
Last recorded74,820 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV488 OGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 74,820 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 74,777 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 69,894 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 66,601 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 61,315 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 51,741 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 44,874 miles

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

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Fail 15 Sep 2015 44,874 miles

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

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 38,673 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 38,672 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 9 Sep 2014 38,672 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2013 36,907 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 36,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 34,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 18 Sep 2012 34,618 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 9 Sep 2011 32,194 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 32,194 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 30,287 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,464 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 27,534 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 27,534 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 26,554 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 25,312 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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V488 OGC is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 V488 OGC, 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 V488 OGC registered?

V488 OGC is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is V488 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V488 OGC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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