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V606 PGF

1999 Volkswagen Bora

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,138 mi
Last recorded105,138 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Bora100,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV606 PGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 105,138 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 102,662 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 100,027 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 100,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 97,040 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Fail 9 Nov 2017 97,040 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 93,910 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 5 Nov 2015 90,553 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 86,218 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 80,387 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 75,001 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 1 Sep 2011 71,555 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 14 Sep 2010 68,961 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 68,935 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 65,887 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 62,565 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 62,560 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 57,010 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 57,010 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 5 Sep 2006 49,580 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 49,580 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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V606 PGF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V606 PGF, 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 V606 PGF registered?

V606 PGF is a 1999 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V606 PGF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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