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V505 FCS

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,796 mi
Last recorded73,796 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV505 FCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2019 73,796 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 72,543 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 70,079 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 60,703 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 55,047 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 46,105 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 41,362 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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V505 FCS is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 V505 FCS, 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 V505 FCS?

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What year was V505 FCS registered?

V505 FCS is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V505 FCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V505 FCS shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V505 FCS have outstanding finance?

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