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V516 LKK

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,161 mi
Last recorded104,161 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 LKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 104,161 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 95,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 95,471 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 895,001 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 89,428 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2015 88,907 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 82,964 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 82,816 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)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 79,563 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 76,058 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 76,058 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 72,244 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 67,357 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 62,651 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 58,369 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 53,320 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 49,444 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 45,998 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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V516 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V516 LKK, 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 V516 LKK registered?

V516 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V516 LKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V516 LKK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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