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V563 PHJ

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

78,582 mi
Last recorded78,582 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV563 PHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 78,582 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 78,147 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 78,141 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2018 78,069 miles

vechile suspension lowered

wheels slightly sticking out on arches

Fail 18 Apr 2018 78,066 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s rear (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s rear (2.7.3)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened o/s rear (3.5.1i)

vechile suspension lowered

wheels slightly sticking out on arches

Pass 19 Apr 2017 74,233 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 74,232 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively slow operation (8.2.2)

rearv disc's corroding

Pass 11 Apr 2016 70,452 miles

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

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

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

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

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

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 12 Dec 2014 67,021 miles

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

Nearside front inner tie rod slight play at ball joint

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 62,502 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 62,499 miles

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

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 60,156 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 59,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,601 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2011 55,601 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 50,050 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 44,266 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 38,028 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 38,026 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 35,842 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 32,536 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 28,218 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 28,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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V563 PHJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 V563 PHJ, 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 V563 PHJ registered?

V563 PHJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V563 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V563 PHJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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