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V556 LKK

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,523 mi
Last recorded114,523 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV556 LKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 114,523 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 106,189 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 99,678 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 93,332 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 88,437 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 84,147 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 78,789 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2008 73,151 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 73 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 66,781 miles

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

Rear nuber plate deteriorating

Pass 23 Oct 2006 58,633 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 58,633 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 50,305 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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V556 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V556 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 V556 LKK registered?

V556 LKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V556 LKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V556 LKK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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