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V585 YVL

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

139,898 mi
Last recorded139,898 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV585 YVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 139,898 miles

Front both strut tops have slight lift

Nearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 135,542 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 131,153 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 128,902 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 125,087 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 120,045 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 114,415 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 103,514 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,667 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 94,093 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 94,093 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 91,963 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 88,254 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 83,582 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 79,654 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 May 2009 74,783 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 69,169 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 61,079 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 54,161 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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V585 YVL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V585 YVL, 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 V585 YVL registered?

V585 YVL is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V585 YVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V585 YVL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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