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V545 UWL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,069 mi
Last recorded72,069 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV545 UWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2011 72,069 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

sills floor chassi and all brake pipes are in very good order to kep same it req wax oil to protect

Pass 25 Apr 2009 59,100 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

Fail 25 Apr 2009 59,100 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 20 May 2008 44,849 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 39,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 35,164 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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V545 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V545 UWL, 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 V545 UWL registered?

V545 UWL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V545 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V545 UWL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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