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V553 VBD

1999 Volkswagen Bora

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,910 mi
Last recorded115,910 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV553 VBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 115,910 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 109,101 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 108,995 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 108,942 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 108,256 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 108,256 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 102,979 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 98,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 93,524 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 86,099 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 78,404 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 69,831 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 59,485 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 57,813 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 48,796 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 38,069 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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V553 VBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V553 VBD, 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

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What year was V553 VBD registered?

V553 VBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V553 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V553 VBD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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