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V494 UJO

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

162,660 mi
Last recorded162,660 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV494 UJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 162,660 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s wing mirror glass damaged

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r tyre starting to mishape

rear disc's becoming poor in condition

Fail 18 Aug 2012 162,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s wing mirror glass damaged

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r tyre starting to mishape

rear disc's becoming poor in condition

Pass 23 Aug 2011 142,588 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear disc's becoming poor in condition

front brake imbalance 24% justed passed

Fail 22 Aug 2011 142,543 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear disc's becoming poor in condition

front brake imbalance 24% justed passed

Pass 4 Jun 2010 125,214 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 125,214 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 123,378 miles

offside fornt tyre becoming low on inner stepped tread 205/55/16V

Fail 27 Oct 2009 123,378 miles

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

offside fornt tyre becoming low on inner stepped tread 205/55/16V

Pass 1 Dec 2008 121,703 miles

near side mirror glass damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2008 116,180 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 116,180 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 108,643 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 99,035 miles

Front brake discs slight corrosion on inside edges. †Front suspension lower arm bushes starting to perrish.

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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V494 UJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,729 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V494 UJO, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V494 UJO registered?

V494 UJO is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V494 UJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V494 UJO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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