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V499 LJM

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

129,822 mi
Last recorded129,822 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2011
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV499 LJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2011 129,822 miles

panel damage o/s/f.

various chips in windscreen.

o/s mirror cracked.

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

Fail 4 Jan 2011 129,810 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

o/s mirror cracked.

panel damage o/s/f.

rear brake pads very low,rear brake discs excessively corroded,advise replacement.

various chips in windscreen.

Pass 4 Nov 2009 122,963 miles

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

front and rear brake discs showing wear.

Fail 2 Nov 2009 122,958 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

brake pad warning lamp illuminated.

front and rear brake discs showing wear.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 112,485 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2008 112,485 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 98,344 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 98,342 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

small chip in windscreen

Pass 4 May 2006 95,053 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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V499 LJM is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 V499 LJM, 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 V499 LJM registered?

V499 LJM is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 January 2000.

Is V499 LJM safe to buy?

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