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V578 KOF

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,314 mi
Last recorded198,314 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV578 KOF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2014 198,314 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 187,064 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 176,992 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 165,787 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 157,286 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 146,012 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 134,770 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 124,923 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 116,834 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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V578 KOF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V578 KOF, 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 V578 KOF registered?

V578 KOF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V578 KOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V578 KOF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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